Recall 16V441000: 2012–2016 Eldorado Amerivan 10
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 16, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 285
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Eldorado National-Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Amerivan 10 vehicles manufactured November 30, 2012, to May 20, 2016. Due to an improperly installed fuel line separator, the fuel line may rub against the engine cradle and cause a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix
Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line, and rework fuel line routing, free of charge. The recall began on September 7, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-913-392-2171.
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
- 2012 Eldorado Amerivan 10
- 2013 Eldorado Amerivan 10
- 2014 Eldorado Amerivan 10
- 2015 Eldorado Amerivan 10
- 2016 Eldorado Amerivan 10
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V441000
- Manufacturer
- Eldorado National-Kansas
- Owner letters
- Sep 7, 2016
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
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