Vehicle recall 14V030000 · February 4, 2014
Eldorado Axess, E-Z Rider II and 1 more model
The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V030000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 4, 2014
- Filed by
- Eldorado National- California, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- EQ-14-002
- Owner notification
- February 15, 2014
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 548
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Electrical system
Vehicles covered
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