Orion V 2003

Model V made in 2003 by Orion got 7 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, equipment adaptive and interior lighting.

Model 2003

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
06E028000DETROIT DIESEL CORP. E (Equipment)43308/07/2006MFRDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA04/03/200604/03/2006
Defect SummaryCertain my 2000-2005 detroit diesel series 50g engines manufactured between october 2, 2002, and march 22, 2005, equipped on certain 2002-2004 orion v and 2002-2005 orion vii transit buses. higher than expected temperatures will allow the low pressure natural gas regulator gasket to leak coolant and drip onto the terminals of the battery charging alternator.
Consequence SummaryThis can result in a short in the electrical circuit and the potential for an engine compartment fire.
Corrective SummaryDetroit diesel will notify owners and repair the engines by replacing the low pressure regulator gasket with an improved gasket free of charge. the recall began on april 7, 2006. owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708.
NotesDdc recall no. 06c-3.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
06V211000ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD.from 04/01/2003 to 06/30/2005V (Vehicle)405MFRDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA06/14/200606/14/2006
Defect SummaryOn certain buses equipped with detroit diesel series 50g engines, higher than expected temperatures will allow the low pressure natural gas regulator gasket to leak coolant and drip onto the terminals of the battery charging alternator.
Consequence SummaryThis can result in a short in the electrical circuit and the potential for an engine compartment fire.
Corrective SummaryDetroit diesel is conducting the recall (please see 06e028000) and will repair the engines by replacing the low pressure regulator gasket free of charge. owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-3708 or orion bus at 905-403-7832.
NotesOrion bus recall no. ddc#06c03.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
09V412000DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 01/01/2001 to 05/30/2009V (Vehicle)98310/29/2009MFRDAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.10/20/200910/20/2009
Defect SummaryDaimler buses is recalling certain model year 2000 through 2008 orion transit buses equipped with lift-u wheelchair lifts. the lifts are equipped with a logic board assembly for the wheelchair lift control box, p/nos. 373-0226 and 373-0265. the outboard ramp barrier could fold in toward a lift passenger and pinch, press, or crush the passenger's feet.
Consequence SummaryThe lift passenger could be seriously injured.
Corrective SummaryOrion will notify owners and the repairs will be made by lift-u free of charge. please see lift-u's defect report 09e-051. the safety recall began on october 29, 2009. owners may contact lift-u at 1-209-838-2400 or orion at 1-800-716-7466.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
INTERIOR LIGHTING
09V413000DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 06/01/2002 to 03/31/2009V (Vehicle)36810/19/2009MFRDAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.10/20/200910/23/2009
Defect SummaryDaimler buses of north america is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 orion transit buses equipped with luminator horizon led side destination signs. the connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Consequence SummaryA short could occur, possibly causing smoke and a fire.
Corrective SummaryOrion will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by luminator free of charge. please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2009. owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or orion at 1-800-716-7466.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
05V094000ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD.from 09/27/2002 to 07/13/2004V (Vehicle)16703/04/2005MFRDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA03/15/200503/15/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain buses, an incorrect window retention clip was installed allowing the emergency exit window to open with little outward force.
Consequence SummaryA passenger could fall out of the bus increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the window retention clips. the recall began on march 4, 2005. all owners have been contacted. owners may contact orion at 1-905-403-7832.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE
10V015000DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 02/01/1992 to 05/31/2009V (Vehicle)148504/01/2010MFRDAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.01/21/201001/21/2010
Defect SummaryDaimler buses is recalling certain orion transit buses equipped with the morse remote throttle control. the morse remote throttle control panel is located in the engine compartment and a switch on it is labeled, throttle; off or front and on or rear selecting the active engine control station. if a person operating the engine from the rear position (at the engine) fails to place the switch in the off or front position and the engine rpm was set to above idle during maintenance for example, when the bus is started from the driver's station the engine could change to the higher rpm resulting in unwanted engine power.
Consequence SummaryThe bus could accelerate at a higher rate than anticipated increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDaimler will provide instructions to modify the wiring to the morse throttle control switch. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 1, 2010. owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7466.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
STRUCTURE
04V545000ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD.from 09/01/1995 to 08/31/2004V (Vehicle)204505/01/2005OVSCDAIMLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA11/15/200411/16/2004571217
Defect SummaryCertain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release. during subsequent closing of an emergency exit the moving window frame interferes with the jam frame stop located in mid span along the lower edge of the window frame.
Consequence SummaryDuring the use of an emergency exit window, a window may not open after applying the required forces allowing a person to escape in the event of an emergency.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install two aluminum blocks each attached by two screws. the moving window frame will not interfere with the jam frame stop. the recall began may 1, 2005. owners should contact orion at 905-403-7832, ext. 3335.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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