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2008 ELKHART ECI Safety Overview

The 2008 ELKHART ECI has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 2 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment adaptive/mobility
  • Equipment:appliance:air conditioner

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for ELKHART ECI owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2008 ELKHART ECI 12V163000

ELKHART COACH IS RECALLING CERTAIN BUSES EQUIPPED WITH BRAUN CENTURY-2 AND VISTA-2 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS.

A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIR’S OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.

NHTSA Recall 12V163000: A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/12/2012
2008 ELKHART ECI 12V003000

ELKHART IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 ECI AND ECII VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY...

IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY FLAME, SMOKE AND POTENTIAL FIRE.

NHTSA Recall 12V003000: IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND MAY BE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/6/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.