Recall 16V757 affects 214 2013-2016 Johnston VT801 and VT651 street sweepers for cracking tipping hinges. Repair will be free at Johnston dealers once available.
Johnston is recalling 214 2013-2016 VT801 and VT651 street sweepers because tipping hinges can crack and let the hopper detach from the chassis. If the hopper detaches, people nearby face an increased injury risk, and the Johnston dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tipping hinges on 2013-2016 Johnston VT801 and VT651 street sweepers are structural body hinges between the hopper and the chassis. The hopper is the large debris container on the sweeper, and the hinges let it pivot upward when the operator empties collected material. Those hinges also help keep the hopper attached to the chassis while the sweeper is being driven or serviced.
In NHTSA campaign 16V757, Johnston identified tipping hinges that can crack. If the crack grows far enough, the hopper can detach from the chassis instead of staying controlled by the hinge points. The filing ties the concern to street sweepers built during the affected production period and to the VT651 design change from the previous VT650 platform.
There is no warning sign before failure. An operator should not rely on a dashboard light, noise, or handling change to identify the hinge problem before the hopper separates.
Who's affected?
Covers both VT models across the 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016 model years, all tied to the body structure component.
| 2014 Johnston VT801 | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2013 Johnston VT801 | body structure |
| 2015 Johnston VT801 | body structure |
| 2016 Johnston VT801 | body structure |
| 2016 Johnston VT651 | body structure |
| 2015 Johnston VT651 | body structure |
| 2014 Johnston VT651 | body structure |
| 2013 Johnston VT651 | body structure |
| Units affected | 214 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the hopper detaches, people near the sweeper face an injury risk. Until the recall repair is completed, keep bystanders away from the hopper area during operation and schedule service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Johnston dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2016 Johnston VT801 or VT651 is included in this recall.
- Contact Johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333 for the current repair timing and reference recall number 16V757.
- Watch for Johnston's owner notice, mailed beginning November 4, 2016, with instructions for the free dealer repair.
- Ask a franchised Johnston dealer about the reaction-beam repair that stiffens the body and stabilizes the tipping pivot brackets so the hopper stays attached to the chassis.
- Keep people clear of the hopper area and stop using the sweeper if you see cracked tipping hinges or movement between the hopper and chassis.
What happens at the repair
Johnston has identified the repair path, but the final dealer repair is still being developed. Once the repair opens, a Johnston technician will install a reaction beam to increase body torsional stiffness and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets. That work is intended to help keep the hopper structure secured to the chassis. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| October 19, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 4, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V757?
Recall 16V757 covers 214 2013-2016 Johnston VT801 and VT651 street sweepers with tipping hinges that can crack and let the hopper detach from the chassis. Johnston dealers will install a reaction beam to stiffen the body and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2016 Johnston VT801 or VT651 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific street sweeper is included in recall 16V757. If it is, contact Johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333 or a Johnston dealer to arrange the reaction beam repair. Reference recall 16V757 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 16V757, Johnston dealers will install the reaction beam and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury to people near the street sweeper if the hopper detaches. The defect involves tipping hinges that can crack, which lets the hopper separate from the chassis. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair before returning the unit to normal service.
What if I bought the Johnston street sweeper used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2013-2016 Johnston VT801 or VT651 is included, then contact Johnston customer service or a Johnston dealer with recall 16V757.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V757000 |
|---|---|
| Johnston customer service | 1-704-658-1333 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V757 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V757000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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