Safety Recall NHTSA · 01V164000 Reported May 18, 2001

Athey/brake torque plate

Q: What is recall 01V164000?

NHTSA recall 01V164000 was issued by Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc. on May 18, 2001. It addresses: Athey/brake torque plate. The recall affects approximately 309 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc. · N/A · 309 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

01V164000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

309

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 18, 2001

Defect Summary

On certain street sweepers, the left hand front brake torque plate is susceptible to failure.

Safety Consequence

This condition could result in a loss of vehicle braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will modify these vehicles. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact elgin at 1-847-741-5370.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 01V164000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 01V164000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 01V164000?

NHTSA recall 01V164000 was issued by Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc. on May 18, 2001. It addresses: Athey/brake torque plate. The recall affects approximately 309 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Elgin Sweeper Company, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V164000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.