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NHTSA Recall 16V441000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

Eldorado National-Kansas reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 285 vehicles. It affects 2012–2016 Eldorado Amerivan 10.

285
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2016
owners notified (September 7)
NHTSA campaign16V441000
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Report receivedJune 16, 2016
Owner notificationSeptember 7, 2016
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Eldorado National-Kansas (Eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Amerivan 10 vehicles manufactured November 30, 2012, to May 20, 2016. Due to an improperly installed fuel line separator, the fuel line may rub against the engine cradle and cause a fuel leak.

Safety risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy

Eldorado will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line, and rework fuel line routing, free of charge. The recall began on September 7, 2016. Owners may contact Eldorado customer service at 1-913-392-2171.

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 16V441000

Make and modelModel years
Eldorado Amerivan 102012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016

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.