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2005 Eldorado Axess problems

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Recalls
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Electrical systemReported February 4, 2014 · 548 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Eldorado National (California), Inc. (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2005-2012 Axess, 2006-2013 E-Z Rider II and 2013 Passport buses equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2014. Owners may contact Eldorado at 1‑909‑591‑9557. Eldorado's number for this recall is EQ-14-002.

Recall number 14V030000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: other fuel types: turbo/superchargerReported September 25, 2012 · 102 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Eldorado National-California (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 vehicles equipped with John Deere Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) turbocharged engines. The turbine or compressor wheel may fail, resulting in subsequent damage to the engine and/or an oil leak.
Risk
Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Eldorado will notify owners and dealers. The recall began on October 16, 2013. Owners may contact Eldorado National at 905‑591‑9557 or Thor Industries at 937‑596‑7965.

Recall number 12V469000 · Recall details

Engine and engine coolingReported February 15, 2008 · 106 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Eldorado national - california (enc) is recalling 106 my 2004-2007 axess, e-z rider ii and transmark re rear engine buses built with cummins isl and isc diesel engines and equipped with the cm850 fuel system. The engine high pressure fuel lines from the engine high pressure pump to the engine fuel rail are prone to failure. The fuel line failures have been determined to be caused by prolonged vibration. Failure typically occurs at or under the fuel line fitting attachments. Failure of the fuel line introduces high pressure atomized diesel fuel into the engine compartment.
Risk
Fuel into the engine compartment creates a risk of fire due to possible ignition when the fuel vapor comes in contact with hot surfaces.
Remedy
Enc will work with cummins to install a support bracket on the high pressure fuel lines free of charge. The recallbegan on march 11, 2008. Owners may contact eldorado national - california at 909‑591‑9557.

Recall number 08V073000 · Recall details

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3 recalls, covering electrical system and engine and engine cooling.

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