Recall 14V666 affects 92 2012-2014 Elgin Broom Badger sweeper trucks for oil-cooler fan overheating. Repair is free at any franchised Elgin dealer.
Elgin is recalling 92 2012-2014 Broom Badger sweeper trucks under recall 14V666 because the oil cooler fan can fail and overheat the hydraulic system. If that happens, a vehicle fire can result, and Elgin dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The hydraulic oil cooler fan on the 2012-2014 Elgin Broom Badger sweeper truck helps control heat in the hydraulic system. The truck uses hydraulic oil to run sweeper equipment, and the cooler fan pulls air across the cooler so that oil stays within its working temperature range. The wiring harness is the electrical path that powers and grounds that fan.
On affected trucks, the fan wiring was assembled with combined ground wires. The fan and the sending unit need separate ground paths, and sharing that ground can keep the oil cooler fan from working. When the fan stops, hydraulic oil loses its forced cooling and the system overheats.
The warning sign is direct: the fan is not working. An owner or service technician should treat a nonworking oil cooler fan as the sign that this recall condition is present, especially on a 2012-2014 Broom Badger covered by campaign 14V666.
Who's affected?
The scope spans the 2012, 2013, and 2014 Broom Badger model years, all tied to the diesel engine component.
| 2014 Elgin Broom Badger | Diesel |
|---|---|
| 2013 Elgin Broom Badger | Diesel |
| 2012 Elgin Broom Badger | Diesel |
| Units affected | 92 |
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?
A failed oil cooler fan can let the hydraulic system overheat, which can lead to a vehicle fire. If the fan is not working, stop using the vehicle until a dealer installs the harness repair. Repair is free at any franchised Elgin dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Elgin Broom Badger is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Elgin dealer to schedule the free modified wiring-harness repair that separates the oil-cooler fan and sending-unit ground wires.
- Bring the recall notice if Elgin mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V666 when you call.
- Stop using the sweeper and call the dealer if the hydraulic system overheats or the oil-cooler fan stops working.
- Call Elgin customer service at 1-847-741-5370 with questions about scheduling or dealer handling.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Elgin technician installs a modified wiring harness that separates the ground wires from the hydraulic oil cooler fan and sending unit. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Elgin has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid out of pocket for this wiring harness repair before the recall notice. Bring repair paperwork and proof of payment to the service desk, or contact Elgin customer service for claim instructions.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 22, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 1, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 1, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V666?
Recall 14V666 covers 92 2012-2014 Elgin Broom Badger sweeper trucks with hydraulic oil cooler fan wiring that can fail and overheat the hydraulic system. Elgin dealers will install a modified wiring harness free of charge.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Elgin Broom Badger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific sweeper truck is included in recall 14V666. If it is, contact a franchised Elgin dealer to schedule the wiring-harness repair. Reference recall number 14V666 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost to owners. Elgin will install the modified wiring harness free of charge at a franchised Elgin dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is vehicle fire after hydraulic-system overheating. The oil cooler fan can fail, and an overheated hydraulic system can lead to a fire. Confirm your VIN, then have the free wiring-harness repair completed by an Elgin dealer.
What if I bought my Elgin Broom Badger used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2012-2014 Broom Badger is included, then give recall number 14V666 to the Elgin dealer service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V666000 |
|---|---|
| Elgin customer service | 1-847-741-5370 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V666 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V666000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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