2005-2013 Eldorado Axess, Eldorado E-Z Rider II and others recall: electrical system

Eldorado National- California, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 4, 2014. It covers about 548 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 548
reported: Feb 4, 2014
owners notified: Feb 15, 2014

Electrical system

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

Affected vehicles

Eldorado Axess 2005-2012 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
Eldorado E-Z Rider II 2006-2013 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Eldorado Passport 2013 2013

Questions about recall 14V030000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2013 Eldorado Axess, Eldorado E-Z Rider II and others electrical system?

Yes. Recall 14V030000, reported on February 4, 2014, covers about 548 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V030000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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