Eldorado Axess recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 27, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Eldorado National- California, Inc. recalls 2016 Eldorado Axess

Recall number

16V697000

Brand / firm

Eldorado

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 39 units

Why it was recalled

Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2016 Axess transit buses manufactured May 1, 2016, to September 20, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.

What to do

Eldorado has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 28, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-909-591-9557. Note: Eldorado is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.