2012 ELDORADO AEROTECH 240 RECALL - #13V009000
RECALL FOR EQUIPMENT
Eldorado National is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerotech 240 buses manufactured May 2012, through October 2012. The affected buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2012 ELDORADO AEROTECH 240 |
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| Manufacturer |
Eldorado National- Kansas |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
1/14/2013 |
| Influenced by |
Eldorado National- Kansas |
| Owners Notified on |
3/8/2013 |
| # Affected |
21 |
| Recalled for |
EQUIPMENT |
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| Description |
Eldorado National is recalling certain model year 2012 Aerotech 240 buses manufactured May 2012, through October 2012. The affected buses are equipped with a Ricon manufactured wheelchair lift which has an optional armored pendant cable. The cable may have been installed such that it doesn't clear the wheelchair lift and without a protective cover, or a misinstalled protective cover. |
| Consequences |
The cable may contact the power lug at the base of the wheel chair lift causing a short circuit that could result in a fire. |
| Corrective action |
Eldorado National is working with Ricon to notify owners. Ricon will provide a supplemental cover kit with instructions, free of charge. Owners may contact Eldorado National at 1-785-827-1033 or Ricon at 1-818-267-3000. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2012 ELDORADO AEROTECH 240 Recall for EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
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