Recall 21V-816: 2012–2020 Schwarze M6 Avalanche CNG, 2012–2020 Schwarze M6 Avalanche Street Sweep
Schwarze Industries, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 18, 2021, covering about 547 vehicles.
The problem
Schwarze Industries, Inc. (Schwarze) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Avalanche M6TE, M6SE, and M6SE CNG street sweepers. The outside switch box that controls the position of the conveyor may activate unintentionally while the vehicle is running.
The risk
Unintentional activation of the switch box can advance the conveyor, presenting a crushing hazard between the conveyor and hopper, and increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will install a kit containing an outside switch guard and two crushing hazard warning decals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Schwarze's customer service at 1-800-879-7934.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Schwarze Industries, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V816000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Schwarze M6 Avalanche CNG | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Schwarze M6 Avalanche Street Sweep | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 | All 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 21V-816?
Schwarze Industries, Inc. (Schwarze) is recalling certain 2012-2020 Avalanche M6TE, M6SE, and M6SE CNG street sweepers. The outside switch box that controls the position of the conveyor may activate unintentionally while the vehicle is running.
How is recall 21V-816 fixed?
Dealers will install a kit containing an outside switch guard and two crushing hazard warning decals, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 23, 2021. Owners may contact Schwarze's customer service at 1-800-879-7934.
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.