Recall 00V-003: 1994–1999 Elgin Navistar 4700, 1994–1999 Elgin Navistar 4900

ELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jan 4, 2000, covering about 40 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-003
Report date
Jan 4, 2000
Vehicles affected
40
Owners notified
Feb 1, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: navistar models 4700 and 4900 street sweepers equipped with dualized steering and vehicle cruise control. Improper wiring near the vehicle steering wheels will cause the cruise control to stay engaged after depressing the foot brake pedal.

The risk

The brake pedal may not deactivate the cruise control, increasing the risk of loss of control by the operator.

The fix

Dealers will correct the wiring to the cruise control.

Notes

Owner notification began february 1, 2000.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 sweeper at 1-877-342-5374.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerELGIN SWEEPER COMPANY
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V003000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Elgin Navistar 47001994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999All years
Elgin Navistar 49001994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-003?

Vehicle description: navistar models 4700 and 4900 street sweepers equipped with dualized steering and vehicle cruise control. Improper wiring near the vehicle steering wheels will cause the cruise control to stay engaged after depressing the foot brake pedal.

How is recall 00V-003 fixed?

Dealers will correct the wiring to the cruise control.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.