2009 Eldorado Passport recalls and problems
The 2009 Eldorado Passport has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Eldorado dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2009 Eldorado Passport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2009 Eldorado Passport recalls
Recall 15V-716: Structure, Electrical System
Problem: Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Passport buses manufactured April 2, 2009, to June 30, 2010 and equipped with A&M Systems-brand door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits, causing the actuator's circuit board to develop high resistance.
Risk: High resistance may cause the board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected circuit boards, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.
Recall 12V-274: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Eldorado national â california (Eldorado national) is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 passport, mst II, and xhf transit buses equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned. 
Risk: A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Fix: Eldorado national will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during june 2012. Owners may contact eldorado national at 1-905-591-9557.
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.
Other Eldorado Passport years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Eldorado Passport have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Eldorado Passport: 15V-716 (structure, electrical system), 12V-274 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 09V-407 (interior lighting). 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.