Home/ Recalls/ Elgin/ 18V054
Campaign 18V054 Posted December 5, 2017 7 units

2017 Elgin Crosswind Recall 18V054: Exhaust Fire Risk

Recall 18V054 covers 7 2017 Elgin Crosswind street sweepers for debris contacting the exhaust system. Repair is free at any franchised Elgin dealer.

Elgin is recalling 7 2017 Crosswind street sweepers because debris can collect under the cab and contact the exhaust system. If flammable debris reaches hot exhaust parts, the fire risk increases, and the dealer repair will be free once Elgin makes the remedy available.

Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?

The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.

Check my VIN at NHTSA

RecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.

What's wrong?

The exhaust system on a 2017 Elgin Crosswind routes hot engine gases away from the engine and cab area. It also carries heat through pipes and exhaust components mounted below and around the cab, so the area around it needs to stay clear of loose material.

In this recall, the problem is debris collecting under the cab area on a special limited build of the Crosswind street sweeper. Street sweepers work around dust, leaves, and other road debris, and that material can reach hot exhaust surfaces. If it stays there, the exhaust heat can set the debris on fire under the cab.

There is no warning sign before failure. An operator should not count on a light, alarm, smell, or change in how the sweeper drives before debris reaches the exhaust area.

Who's affected?

2017 Elgin Crosswind Exhaust system
Units affected7
Field incidentsNHTSA 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?

Flammable debris touching the exhaust system raises the risk of a fire. Keep the exhaust area clear and schedule the recall work promptly if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Elgin dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2017 Elgin Crosswind is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Elgin dealer to ask about the free FSO 1127691 exhaust-wrap installation that keeps debris from contacting the exhaust system.
  3. Bring the recall notice if you have it, or reference recall number 18V054 when you call.
  4. Keep debris clear from the cab and exhaust area until the exhaust wrap is installed.
  5. Call Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374 with questions about dealer scheduling.

What happens at the repair

The repair described for this recall is an Elgin dealer installation of FSO 1127691 exhaust wrap. The wrap is meant to block debris from collecting under the cab and contacting the exhaust system. Because the final remedy is not marked available, confirm scheduling with Elgin or an Elgin dealer before arranging service. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 18V054.

Timeline

December 5, 2017 Owner notification mailed
January 15, 2018 NHTSA published the recall

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 18V054?

Recall 18V054 covers 7 2017 Elgin Crosswind street sweepers where debris can collect under the cab and contact the exhaust system. If flammable debris reaches the exhaust, fire risk increases. Elgin dealers install exhaust wrap FSO 1127691 for free.

What should I do if my 2017 Elgin Crosswind is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific sweeper is included in recall 18V054. If it is included, contact a franchised Elgin dealer or Elgin customer service at 1-877-342-5374 to schedule installation of exhaust wrap FSO 1127691. The recall began on December 5, 2017, and the repair is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and Elgin's remedy says dealers will install exhaust wrap FSO 1127691 free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included 2017 Elgin Crosswind sweepers.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is fire. Debris under the cab can contact the exhaust system, and flammable debris against hot exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the free Elgin dealer repair.

What if I bought my Elgin Crosswind used?

The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner, so an included 2017 Elgin Crosswind remains eligible for the dealer repair. Check your VIN, then reference recall 18V054 when you contact Elgin or the dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V054000
Elgin customer service1-877-342-5374
NHTSA recall #18V054
NHTSA recall # (full)18V054000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →