Power train: axle assemblyRecall 16V-697 · 2016 Eldorado Axess
Eldorado National- California, Inc. recall 16V-697 covers 39 2016 Eldorado Axess for a power train: axle assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on September 27, 2016. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Do not drive these vehicles until repaired
Source: NHTSA recall 16V697000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 1, 2016 to September 20, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.