2013 Eldorado Passport recalls and problems
The 2013 Eldorado Passport has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Eldorado dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2013 Eldorado Passport vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2013 Eldorado Passport recalls
Recall 15V-260: Electrical System
Problem: Eldorado National-California, Inc. (Eldorado National) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Passport HD vehicles manufactured May 1, 2012, to June 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the power cable that connects the starter motor to the alternator may chafe on the auxiliary air conditioning compressor bracket.
Risk: If the wire chafes, the wire may short to ground, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: ElDorado National has notified owners, and dealers will inspect & secure the wires to protect them from rubbing on the compressor bracket. Any wire that is damaged will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on May 15, 2015. Owner's may contact Eldorado National customer service at 1-909-591-9557.
Recall 14V-030: Electrical System
Problem: 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.
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Other Eldorado Passport years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Eldorado Passport have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2013 Eldorado Passport: 15V-260 (electrical system), 14V-030 (electrical system). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Eldorado recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Eldorado dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.