JOHNSTON 2013 JOHNSTON VT801 Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 JOHNSTON VT801
Brand
JOHNSTON
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
Johnston North America is recalling certain 2013 JOHNSTON VT801 vehicles due to structure:body issues. If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Johnston North America (Johnston) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 VT651 and VT801 street sweepers manufactured May 1, 2013, to October 13, 2016. The affected street sweepers have tipping hinges that may crack, allowing the hopper to detach from the chassis.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the hopper detaches, it can increase the risk of injury to those nearby.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Johnston will notify owners, and dealers will install a reaction beam to increase the torsional stiffness of the body and stabilize the tipping pivot brackets, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2016. Owners may contact Johnston customer service at 1-704-658-1333.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026