Insufficient grease at axle wheel ends
Defect Summary
Eldorado national-california, inc. (eldorado) is recalling certain model year 2016 axess transit buses manufactured may 1, 2016, to september 20, 2016. the affected buses have axles that may have insufficient grease at the wheel ends, possibly resulting in bearing failure.
Safety Consequence
Bearing failure may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Eldorado has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the wheel bearings and add grease as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on september 28, 2016. owners may contact eldorado customer service at 1-909-591-9557. note: eldorado is advising that vehicles with the affected axles are removed from operation until the recall has been remedied.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Eldorado National- California, Inc. or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 16V697000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V697000?
NHTSA recall 16V697000 was issued by Eldorado National- California, Inc. on September 27, 2016. It addresses: Insufficient grease at axle wheel ends. The recall affects approximately 39 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Eldorado National- California, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V697000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.