Recall 85V-055: 1983–1984 Eldorado Candidate, 1983–1984 Eldorado Monarch and 6 more

ELDORADO MOTOR CORP. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on May 1, 1985, covering about 665 vehicles.

NHTSA number
85V-055
Report date
May 1, 1985
Vehicles affected
665
Owners notified
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The problem

The emergency brake cable may become frayed or bound up on the heat shield of the propane tank mounting brackets. Consequence of defect: emergency brakes could become inoperative.

The fix

Reroute emergency brake cable to prevent contact with heat shield of the propane tank mounting bracket.

Notes

Vehicle description: motorhomes.system: emergency brake cable.

Recall details

ManufacturerELDORADO MOTOR CORP.
ComponentParking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and Cable
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number85V055000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Eldorado Candidate1983, 1984All years
Eldorado Monarch1983, 1984All years
Eldorado Premier1983, 1984All years
Eldorado Senator1983, 1984All years
Encore Candidate1983, 1984All years
Encore Monarch1983, 1984All years
Encore Premier1983, 1984All years
Encore Senator1983, 1984All 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 85V-055?

The emergency brake cable may become frayed or bound up on the heat shield of the propane tank mounting brackets. Consequence of defect: emergency brakes could become inoperative.

How is recall 85V-055 fixed?

Reroute emergency brake cable to prevent contact with heat shield of the propane tank mounting bracket.

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.