Orion Ii 1997

Model Ii made in 1997 by Orion got 1 investigation as well as 3 recalls. The car had one investigation (electrical system). There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and fuel system, other.

Model 1997

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
98V189000ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.from 05/12/1997 to 06/02/1998V (Vehicle)4508/21/1998ODIDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA08/10/199808/27/1998
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit buses equipped with challenger 2000 model 170 series alternators. the positive power stud may not be properly seated in place causing a loose connection. this loose connection causes an over-heat condition when the alternator is under a load. also the material used to insulate the power stud from the rectifier can tear and cause the positive power stud to ground to the alternator case.
Consequence SummaryThe alternator can get hot enough to catch fire which could spread to other areas of the vehicle.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace these alternators.
NotesOwner notification is expected to begin during august 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact north power llc at 1-716-492-2278 or orion bus at 1-905-403-1111.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLING/CHARGING
97V207000ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.from 11/01/1996 to 11/01/1997V (Vehicle)21111/14/1997MFRDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA11/14/199711/20/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: compressed natural gas (cng) powered transit buses. the solenoid valve or check valve could allow cng to flow when not required.
Consequence SummaryIf an ignition source was present, there is a potential for a fire and/or explosion.
Corrective SummaryPersonnel will go to owners and replace the change out of the recalled solenoid valves.
NotesOwner notification began november 14, 1997.owners who do not have the free replacement valve installed within a reasonable time should contact orion at 1-315-768-8101.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
VISIBILITY - GLASS, SIDE/REAR
03V120000ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.from 01/01/1995 to 12/31/2002V (Vehicle)419106/02/2003OVSCDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA03/27/200304/01/2003571217
Defect SummaryCertain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217,
Consequence SummaryIn the event of a crash, an occupant may have difficulty opening the emergency exit window, increasing the risk of personal injury or death.
Corrective SummaryDealers will repair these windows. owner notification began june 1, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact orion at 1-800-492-2116.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SQ98013DAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA07/16/199809/29/1998BATTERY CABLE ABRADING TRANSMISSION HOSE
 Orion issued a tsb informing dealers to inspect for missing battery cable cleats (straps).