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2012-2015 Eldorado Amerivan 10 recall: shock absorber

Eldorado National- Kansas reported this safety recall on May 5, 2015. It covers about 201 vehicles.

vehicles affected
201
reported
May 5, 2015
owners notified
Jun 22, 2015

Suspension: rear: shock absorber

What is wrong
ElDorado National-Kansas (ElDorado) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Amerivan 10 vehicles manufactured November 2, 2012, to April 8, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the upper rear shock absorber mounting bracket and the upper end of the shock absorber may separate from the chassis, possibly causing damage to the heater hose or the fuel filler hose.
Risk
If the loose rear shock absorber damages the fuel filler hose, fuel may leak and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
ElDorado will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bracket with a revised bracket that will be welded to the vehicle chassis. A suspension strap will also be added. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact ElDorado National-Kansas customer service at 1‑785‑827‑1033.

Recall number 15V264000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V264000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2015 Eldorado Amerivan 10 shock absorber?

Yes. Recall 15V264000, reported on May 5, 2015, covers about 201 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V264000?

ElDorado will notify owners, and dealers will replace the mounting bracket with a revised bracket that will be welded to the vehicle chassis. A suspension strap will also be added. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2015. Owners may contact ElDorado National-Kansas customer service at 1‑785‑827‑1033.

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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