Recall 13V-408: 2010 Eldorado Aero Elite, 2010 Eldorado Aerolite and 1 more

Eldorado National- Kansas recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Sep 6, 2013, covering about 1,765 vehicles.

NHTSA number
13V-408
Report date
Sep 6, 2013
Vehicles affected
1,765
Owners notified
Nov 4, 2013

The problem

Eldorado National – Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2010 Aerotech, Aero Elite, and Aerolite buses manufactured from August 1, 2009, through July 31, 2010, equipped with A&M Systems door headers containing model 3230 circuit boards. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.

The risk

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

The fix

Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door header and replace any defective circuit board, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact Eldorado at 1-574-522-5000 ext. 15.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerEldorado National- Kansas
ComponentEquipment › Electrical
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number13V408000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Eldorado Aero Elite2010All years
Eldorado Aerolite2010All years
Eldorado Aerotech2010All 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 13V-408?

Eldorado National – Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2010 Aerotech, Aero Elite, and Aerolite buses manufactured from August 1, 2009, through July 31, 2010, equipped with A&M Systems door headers containing model 3230 circuit boards. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.

How is recall 13V-408 fixed?

Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the door header and replace any defective circuit board, free of charge. The safety recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact Eldorado at 1-574-522-5000 ext. 15.

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.