Recall 16V697000: 2016 Eldorado Axess

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.

Report date
Sep 27, 2016
Vehicles affected
39
Models
1
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2016 Axess transit buses manufactured May 1, 2016, to September 20, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.

The risk

Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Eldorado has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 28, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-909-591-9557. Note: Eldorado is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.

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

  • 2016 Eldorado Axess

Details

NHTSA campaign
16V697000
Manufacturer
Eldorado National- California, Inc.
Owner letters
Sep 28, 2016
Components
Power train:axle assembly (Transmission & Drivetrain)

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