Defect Description For Recall
Certain Aftermarket Eldorado Axle Assemblies Equipped With ARVInmeritor And TRW 20-Edl Ball Socket Assemblies. The Ball Sockets Have A Less Robust Bearing Design, Which Leads To Higher Wear Rates And More Rapid Wear-Out.
Make Of Vehicle
TRW
Model Of Vehicle
20-EDL
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
05E006000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
This Premature Wear-Out Of The Ball Socket Assemblies May Result In The Separation Of The Tie-Rod Assembly Which, In Turn, Could Lead To A Loss Of Control Of The Bus And Possible Injury Of Death To The Occupants Of The Bus In The Event Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Ball Socket Assemblies. The Recall Began February 28, 2005. Owners May Contact Eldorado At 909-591-9557.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Eldorado National – California, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
30
Date Owners Notified
20050228
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Eldorado National- California, Inc.
Date Report Received
20050201