Defect Description
Eldorado National-California, Inc is recalling certain 2017-2018 Arrivo, EZR Max BRT and Passport buses. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or a sudden stop. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Eldorado National California has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the affected seats, free of charge. The recall began on January 31, 2019. Owners may contact Eldorado National-California Customer Service at 1-909-591-9557 or Freedman Seating Company at 1-800-443-4540.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ELDORADO | ARRIVO |
| 2017 | ELDORADO | E-Z RIDER MAX BRT |
| 2017 | ELDORADO | PASSPORT |
| 2018 | ELDORADO | ARRIVO |
| 2018 | ELDORADO | E-Z RIDER MAX BRT |
| 2018 | ELDORADO | PASSPORT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.