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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V513000

2011 Eldorado Axess | 2011 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max — Equipment

Published October 23, 2012 · Recall initiated: October 19, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V513000, published October 23, 2012 and initiated October 19, 2012. Recalling firm: Eldorado National- California, Inc.; 2011 Eldorado Axess | 2011 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max — Equipment.

What's the hazard

Eldorado National is recalling certain model year 2011 Axess and EZ Rider II Max buses, manufactured between October 1, 2010 and October 31, 2010 and equipped with Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus egress window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handle that opens the egress window is incorrect, resulting in a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.

What to do

Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective handles, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Eldorado National at 1-937-596-7965 for more information.

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Recall details

Brand
ELDORADO
Model
AXESS
Manufacturer
Eldorado National- California, Inc.
Lot
2011 ELDORADO AXESS | 2011 ELDORADO E-Z RIDER II MAX
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2011 Eldorado Axess | 2011 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V513000 on October 23, 2012. Reported hazard: Eldorado National is recalling certain model year 2011 Axess and EZ Rider II Max buses, manufactured between October 1, 2010 and October 31, 2010 and equipped with Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus egress window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handle that opens the egress window is incorrect, resulting in a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.

What should I do if I have this product?

Eldorado National will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective handles, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2012. Owners may contact Eldorado National at 1-937-596-7965 for more information.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ELDORADO. Model: AXESS.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)