NHTSA Recall 12V469000: Turbo/supercharger (engine and engine cooling)
THOR INDUSTRIES reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 102 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Eldorado Axess.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V469000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › OTHER FUEL TYPES › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER |
| Report received | September 25, 2012 |
| Owner notification | October 16, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V469000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Eldorado Axess | 2005, 2008 |
| Eldorado E-Z Rider II | 2006 |
| Eldorado E-Z Rider II Max | 2007, 2008 |
| Eldorado Transmark Xhf | 2008 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.