The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·17V557000·Announced 2017-09-07

Eldorado Axess Transit Buses Recalled for Front Suspension Defect

Eldorado is recalling 2015 Axess transit buses because front suspension link rod clamps may not be properly torqued, which can loosen the link rod and decrease steering ability.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front suspension) that can decrease steering ability and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Eldorado National-California, Inc. is recalling certain 2015 35-foot and 40-foot Axess transit buses. The recall addresses a defect where the front suspension link rod clamps may not be properly torqued, allowing the link rod to loosen.

A loose link rod can decrease steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 7, 2017.

Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clamp for proper torque, installing new bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELDORADO AXESS
Brand
ELDORADO
Manufacturer
Eldorado National- California, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
41

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • AXESS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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