NHTSA Recall 14V030000: Electrical system
Eldorado National- California, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 548 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Eldorado Axess.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V030000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | EQ-14-002 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | February 4, 2014 |
| Owner notification | February 15, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V030000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Eldorado Axess | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Eldorado E-Z Rider II | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Eldorado Passport | 2013 |
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.