2003 Eldorado Escort Fe recalls and problems
The 2003 Eldorado Escort Fe has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Eldorado dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Eldorado Escort Fe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Eldorado Escort Fe recalls
Recall 09V-407: Interior Lighting
Problem: Eldorado national is recalling certain model year 2002-2010 transit buses, equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Fix: Eldorado national will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall began on october 20, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or eldorado national at 1-909-591-9557.
Recall 05V-226: Electrical System
Problem: Certain transit buses built on workhorse chassis and equipped with actia corporate instrument clusters fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (Fmvss)nos. 101 "controls and displays" and 105 "hydraulic and electric brake systems." the incorrect software programmed into the instrument panel cluster such that certain driver warnings required by FMVSS 101 and 105 are not displayed. As a result of this incorrect software, the instrument panel cluster may fail to illuminate warning lamps indicating brake system failure codes.
Risk: Drivers would not be warned of brake system failures.
Fix: Workhorse is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731 or eldorado at 909-591-9557.
Other Eldorado Escort Fe years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Eldorado Escort Fe have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Eldorado Escort Fe: 09V-407 (interior lighting), 05V-226 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Eldorado recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Eldorado dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.