Recall 11V268 affects 19 2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx sweepers for radiator fan blade separation. Repair is free at any franchised Elgin dealer.
Elgin is recalling 19 2010-2011 Megawind-Mx sweepers because the auxiliary engine fan can fail under heavy operating conditions and high engine speed. Fan blades or debris can leave the housing through exterior openings and injure a person performing repair work; the Elgin dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The cooling fan on 2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx sweepers is part of the auxiliary engine cooling system. It moves air through the fan housing so the Tier III John Deere auxiliary engine can shed heat while the sweeper equipment is working. The fan has to stay attached to its base while it spins at engine speed.
On affected sweepers, heavy operating conditions combined with high auxiliary engine speed can overload the fan. The fan blades can separate from the base of the fan. Once a blade breaks loose, the blade or debris from the blade can leave the fan housing.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall does not identify a dashboard light, sound, or other reliable owner symptom before the fan comes apart.
Who's affected?
Both model years involve the same fan component.
| 2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx | Fan |
|---|---|
| 2010 Elgin Megawind-Mx | Fan |
| Units affected | 19 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Fan debris can leave the Megawind-Mx through exterior openings when a person is performing repair work, creating an injury risk for the person doing that work. Keep bystanders clear during service and have the recall repair handled by the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Elgin dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx is included in this recall.
- Wait for Elgin instructions before scheduling the repair.
- Call Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374 with questions and reference recall number 11V268 when you call.
- Ask about the free radiator-fan, belt-driven pulley, and mounting-hardware repair that keeps fan blades and debris inside the fan housing.
- Avoid heavy sweeper operation and high auxiliary engine speed until the fan repair is complete.
- Keep people clear of the fan housing during service or inspection.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer or Elgin service location, an Elgin technician installs a new radiator fan on a belt driven pulley and adds new mounting hardware. The filing says Elgin began this safety recall on May 30, 2011. Because the current remedy status is not listed in the input, confirm parts and scheduling before sending the sweeper in. The dealer repair will be free once available, and the remedy text says this service is performed free of charge.
Timeline
| May 5, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 30, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V268?
Recall 11V268 covers 19 2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx sweepers with Tier-III John Deere auxiliary engines. Under heavy operating conditions and high auxiliary engine speed, the radiator fan blades can separate and send debris out through exterior openings. Elgin installs the updated fan and mounting hardware for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2011 Elgin Megawind-Mx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific sweeper is included in recall 11V268. If it is, contact Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374 and ask for the radiator fan, belt-driven pulley, and mounting-hardware repair. Reference recall 11V268 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Elgin's recall remedy says the updated radiator fan, belt-driven pulley, and new mounting hardware are installed free of charge. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost to the owner.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is injury during repair work around the sweeper. Fan blade pieces or debris can exit the vehicle through 2 exterior openings after the auxiliary-engine cooling fan fails. Keep people clear of those openings and arrange the free Elgin recall repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V268000 |
|---|---|
| Elgin customer service | 1-877-342-5374 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V268 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V268000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →