Eldorado Passport recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

October 29, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Eldorado National- California, Inc. recalls 2009–2010 Eldorado Passport

Recall number

15V716000

Brand / firm

Eldorado

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 58 units

Why it was recalled

High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Passport buses manufactured April 2, 2009, to June 30, 2010 and equipped with A&M Systems-brand door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the actuator's circuit board to develop high resistance.

What to do

Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected circuit boards, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.