CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain 2015 35-foot and 40-foot Axess transit buses. The front suspension link rod clamps may not be properly torqued, allowing the link rod to loosen.
- Risk
- A loose link rod can decrease steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clamp for proper torque, installing new bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2017. Owners may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2015 35-foot and 40-foot Axess transit buses may have front suspension link rod clamps that were not properly torqued. Over time, the link rod can loosen.
A loose link rod can reduce steering ability, which increases the risk of a crash. If you operate or own one of these buses, have the front suspension checked as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Eldorado National will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will inspect the clamp for proper torque and install new bolts if needed. You can contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557, and you should also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Eldorado Axess | 2015 |
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