Recall 10V-351: 2008–2010 Eldorado Aero Elite, 2008–2010 Eldorado Aerolite and 3 more
ELDORADO NATIONAL recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 27, 2010, covering about 1,167 vehicles.
The problem
Eldorado national is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 aero elite, aerolite, aerotech, transtech, and versa shuttle motorhomes fitted with ricon public use lifts. The wheelchair lifts were to be equipped with a restraint buckle that has an interlock feature designed to prevent the lift from operating if the buckle is not latched. In the recalled motorhomes, however, the interlock feature may not operate properly and the lift may operate even when the buckle is not latched.
The risk
The wheelchair may move during lift operation and the unsecured occupant, could be injured.
The fix
Eldorado national is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a DVD-based training aid. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 800-322-2884, or email at www.dmata@wabtec.com.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ELDORADO NATIONAL |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V351000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Eldorado Aero Elite | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Eldorado Aerolite | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Eldorado Aerotech | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Eldorado Transtech | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Eldorado Versa Shuttle | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V-351?
Eldorado national is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 aero elite, aerolite, aerotech, transtech, and versa shuttle motorhomes fitted with ricon public use lifts. The wheelchair lifts were to be equipped with a restraint buckle that has an interlock feature designed to prevent the lift from operating if the buckle is not latched. In the recalled motorhomes, however, the interlock feature may not operate properly and the lift may operate even when the buckle is not latched.
How is recall 10V-351 fixed?
Eldorado national is working with ricon and ricon will be handling the remedy for this campaign. Please see ricon's defect report 09e-060. Ricon will provide customers with a warning decal and a DVD-based training aid. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact ricon customer service at 800-322-2884, or email at www.dmata@wabtec.com.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.