Recall
Eldorado Axess — 16V697000
NHTSA ID
16V697000
Make
Eldorado
Model
Axess
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-09-27
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
39
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2016 Axess transit buses manufactured May 1, 2016, to September 20, 2016. The affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
Consequence
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Eldorado has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 28, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-909-591-9557. Note: Eldorado is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.