Recall 03V-353: 1997 Eldorado Eldorado

ELDORADO NATIONAL COMPANY recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Sep 23, 2003, covering about 12 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-353
Report date
Sep 23, 2003
Vehicles affected
12
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.

The risk

If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or eldorado at 1-909-591-9557.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerELDORADO NATIONAL COMPANY
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V353000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Eldorado Eldorado1997All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 03V-353?

On certain buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.

How is recall 03V-353 fixed?

Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or eldorado at 1-909-591-9557.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.