Recall 16V-447: 2016 Eldorado Advantage, 2016 Eldorado Aero Elite and 1 more

Eldorado National-Kansas recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jun 20, 2016, covering about 53 vehicles.

NHTSA number
16V-447
Report date
Jun 20, 2016
Vehicles affected
53
Owners notified
Jul 29, 2016

The problem

Eldorado National-Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2016 Aerotech, Aero Elite, and Advantage shuttle buses manufactured March 4, 2016, to April 22, 2016 and built on Ford, Chevrolet, and Navistar chassis. These vehicles have a component in the electrical power distribution center that may break and result in electrical arcing.

The risk

Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected component within the power distribution center, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-800-955-4236.

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
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number16V447000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Eldorado Advantage2016All years
Eldorado Aero Elite2016All years
Eldorado Aerotech2016All 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 16V-447?

Eldorado National-Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2016 Aerotech, Aero Elite, and Advantage shuttle buses manufactured March 4, 2016, to April 22, 2016 and built on Ford, Chevrolet, and Navistar chassis. These vehicles have a component in the electrical power distribution center that may break and result in electrical arcing.

How is recall 16V-447 fixed?

Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected component within the power distribution center, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-800-955-4236.

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.