Eldorado Passport recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 4, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Eldorado National- California, Inc. recalls 2012–2014 Eldorado Passport

Recall number

15V260000

Brand / firm

Eldorado

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 117 units

Why it was recalled

If the wire chafes, the wire may short to ground, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passport HD vehicles manufactured May 1, 2012, to June 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the power cable that connects the starter motor to the alternator may chafe on the auxiliary air conditioning compressor bracket.

What to do

ElDorado National has notified owners, and dealers will inspect & secure the wires to protect them from rubbing on the compressor bracket. Any wire that is damaged will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 15, 2015. Owner's may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.