Power train: axle assembly
- Component
- Power train: axle assembly
- Manufacturer
- Eldorado National- California, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 39
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2016-09-27
- Owners notified
- 2016-09-28
Defect description
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.
Safety risk
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.