Schwarze A7 Cng Street Sweeper recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 22, 2021

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Schwarze Industries, Inc. recalls 2012–2021 Schwarze A7 Cng Street Sweeper, A8 Cng Street Sweeper, A9 Cng Street Sweeper

Recall number

21V00G000

Brand / firm

Schwarze

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 31 units

Why it was recalled

Debris against the exhaust system increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Alamo Group Inc. (Alamo) is recalling certain 2012-2021 Schwarze A7 CNG, A8 CNG, and A9 CNG street sweepers mounted on Freightliner M2-112 chassis and equipped with a horizontal exhaust system. Lightweight debris, such as leaves, may build up in front of the sweeping head and accumulate against the chassis exhaust system.

What to do

Dealers will install an exhaust tailpipe extension tube, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 14, 2022. Owners may contact Alamo Group customer service at 1-830-379-1480.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.