Eldorado E-z Rider II recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 5, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Eldorado National- California, Inc. recalls 2016 Eldorado E-z Rider II

Recall number

16V584000

Brand / firm

Eldorado

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16 units

Why it was recalled

If the tie-rods contact the front tires, the tires may be damaged and suddenly lose air, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-Z Rider II transit buses manufactured March 1, 2016, to July 31, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with front steel rims that may allow the inside sidewall of the front tires to contact the outer end of the front tie-rods due to insufficient clearance.

What to do

Eldorado National has notified the owners, and dealers will replace the steel wheels with ones that provide adequate clearance, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.