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Eldorado XHF Recall 15V316: Engine Oil Leak Can Cause Fire, Free Repair Available

NHTSA campaign 15V316, reported May 27, 2015, 599 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Excessive crankcase pressure in certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines can cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather. When this happens, engine oil may come into contact with hot surfaces, which increases the risk of a fire.

The repair is free and is performed by Cummins service centers. It includes securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the engine's electronic control module (ECM) with software that adjusts engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressure. Owners can contact Eldorado customer service at 1-909-591-9557 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V316Eldorado National- California, Inc.
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Problem
Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 Axess, E-Z Rider II, and XHF vehicles manufactured July 1, 2007, to May 2, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
Risk
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cummins has notified owners on behalf of Eldorado, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2015. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-909-591-9557 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357.
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

Eldorado Axess200720082009201020112012201320142015
Eldorado E-Z Rider II200720082009201020112012201320142015
Eldorado XHF200720082009201020112012201320142015