NHTSA Recall 17V557000
Filed by Eldorado National- California, Inc.. Component: Suspension. Reported 2017-09-07. An estimated 41 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain 2015 35-foot and 40-foot Axess transit buses. The front suspension link rod clamps may not be properly torqued, allowing the link rod to loosen.
Risk
A loose link rod can decrease steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clamp for proper torque, installing new bolts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 7, 2017. Owners may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.
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.