Recall 12V469 covers 102 2005-2008 Eldorado CNG vehicles for turbocharger wheel failure that can cause fire or stalling. Repair is free at a franchised Eldorado dealer.
Eldorado is recalling 102 2005-2008 E-Z Rider Ii Max, Axess, Transmark Xhf, and E-Z Rider Ii buses equipped with John Deere CNG turbocharged engines because the turbine or compressor wheel can fail. That failure can damage the engine, cause an oil leak, smoke, fire, or stalling, increasing crash risk; the Eldorado dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The turbocharger on these 2005-2008 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max, Axess, Transmark Xhf, and E-Z Rider Ii vehicles is part of the John Deere compressed natural gas engine. Exhaust flow spins a turbine wheel, which turns a compressor wheel that pushes more air into the engine. The engine depends on those wheels staying intact and balanced while they spin.
NHTSA campaign 12V469 identifies the defect inside the turbocharger. The turbine wheel or compressor wheel can fail, and that failure can send damage through the engine. It can also lead to an oil leak after the turbocharger breaks down. The filing does not identify a separate public root cause beyond the wheel failure itself.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the engine suddenly loses power, makes unusual turbocharger noise, or shows an oil leak, treat it as a service issue and contact an Eldorado dealer.
Who's affected?
Spans four Eldorado bus models from 2005-2008, all with the same turbo/supercharger component.
| 2008 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max | Turbo/supercharger |
|---|---|
| 2005 Eldorado Axess | Turbo/supercharger |
| 2008 Eldorado Transmark Xhf | Turbo/supercharger |
| 2008 Eldorado Axess | Turbo/supercharger |
| 2006 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii | Turbo/supercharger |
| 2007 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max | Turbo/supercharger |
| Units affected | 102 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A failed turbine or compressor wheel can cause smoke, fire, and stalling, which increases crash risk. If you see smoke or the vehicle stalls, stop using it and contact a franchised Eldorado dealer for recall guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Eldorado dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2008 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max, Axess, Transmark Xhf, or E-Z Rider Ii is included in this recall.
- Contact Eldorado customer service at 905-591-9557 for the current repair instructions.
- Ask a franchised Eldorado dealer to confirm the free recall remedy for the CNG turbocharger turbine or compressor wheel failure.
- Reference recall number 12V469 when you call or schedule service.
- Stop driving if the bus stalls, smokes, or shows signs of an oil leak, and ask Eldorado about towing.
What happens at the repair
The recall filing lists owner and dealer notification, but it does not give a specific repair procedure for the John Deere CNG turbocharged engine. At the dealer, an Eldorado service team should confirm the VIN, identify the engine configuration, and apply the campaign instructions for the turbine or compressor wheel concern once the repair path is open. The final dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| September 25, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 16, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V469?
Recall 12V469 covers 102 2005-2008 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max, Axess, Transmark Xhf, and E-Z Rider Ii vehicles with John Deere CNG turbocharged engines. The turbine or compressor wheel can fail, damage the engine, cause an oil leak, produce smoke or fire, and stall the vehicle.
What should I do if my 2005-2008 Eldorado E-Z Rider Ii Max, Axess, Transmark Xhf, or E-Z Rider Ii is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Eldorado vehicle is included in recall 12V469. If it is, contact an Eldorado service location or the manufacturer at 905-591-9557 and reference recall 12V469. The recall began on October 16, 2013.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost to the owner. For recall 12V469, Eldorado notified owners and dealers, and the recall path is handled through Eldorado service support.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is smoke, fire, and stalling from turbocharger turbine or compressor wheel failure. A stall increases crash risk, especially in traffic or during passenger service. If your VIN is included, arrange recall service with Eldorado and ask for guidance before operating the vehicle.
What if I bought the Eldorado vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received an owner letter, check your VIN, then contact Eldorado with recall number 12V469 so the service desk can confirm the next repair step.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V469000 |
|---|---|
| Eldorado customer service | 905-591-9557 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V469 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V469000 |
Source documents
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →