Eldorado MST (2008) – 08V196000

Defect Description For Recall

Eldorado National – California (Enc) Is Recalling 10 My 2007-2008 MST Buses Built On Freightliner Chassis. The Fasteners That Attach The Steering Arm Or Tie Rod Arms To The Spindle May Be Over Or Under-Tightened.

Make Of Vehicle

ELDORADO

Model Of Vehicle

MST

Year

2008

Recall Campaign Number

08V196000

Component Description

Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly

Effect Of Defect

Incorrect Torqued Steering Arm Fasteners May Fatigue And Fracture And Cause A Crash Without Warning.

Fix Defect

ENC Is Working With Freightliner To Repair These Vehicles Free Of Charge (Please See 07V306). Owners May Contact Freightliner At 1-800-547-0712 Or Eldorado National At 1-909-591-9557.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Eldorado National – California, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

20070529

End Of Manufacture

20070823

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

10

Date Owners Notified

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Eldorado National- California, Inc.

Date Report Received

20080430

Make Campaign Number

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard