Recall 16V697000 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY Defect in 2016-2016 ELDORADO AXESS
RECALL This recall affects up to 39 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 16V697000 |
| Manufacturer | Eldorado National- California, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 39 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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