Recall 14V030000: 2005–2012 Eldorado Axess, 2006–2013 Eldorado E-Z Rider II, 2013 Eldorado Passport

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Feb 4, 2014
Vehicles affected
548
Models
3
Initiated by
ODI

The problem

Eldorado National (California), Inc. (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2005-2012 Axess, 2006-2013 E-Z Rider II and 2013 Passport buses equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

The risk

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2014. Owners may contact Eldorado at 1-909-591-9557. Eldorado's number for this recall is EQ-14-002.

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.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2005 Eldorado Axess
  • 2006 Eldorado Axess
  • 2007 Eldorado Axess
  • 2008 Eldorado Axess
  • 2009 Eldorado Axess
  • 2010 Eldorado Axess
  • 2011 Eldorado Axess
  • 2012 Eldorado Axess
  • 2006 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2007 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2008 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2009 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2010 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2011 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2012 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2013 Eldorado E-Z Rider II
  • 2013 Eldorado Passport

Details

NHTSA campaign
14V030000
Manufacturer campaign
EQ-14-002
Manufacturer
Eldorado National- California, Inc.
Owner letters
Feb 15, 2014
Components
Electrical system (Electrical System)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology