Orion V 2008

Model V made in 2008 by Orion got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, equipment adaptive and power train.

Model 2008

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 - DIESEL
08V480000DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 02/01/2008 to 05/31/2008V (Vehicle)17510/20/2008MFRDAIMLER TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA09/29/200809/24/2008
Defect SummaryDaimler buses is recalling 175 my 2004-2008 orion v and vii buses equipped with a cummins isl diesel engines. due to various alternator cable routing configurations, it may be possible for the cable to rub on engine components.
Consequence SummaryWhen the cable rubbing is not detected during regular maintenance inspections, the insulation can rub to expose the electrified cable. arcing can cause a fire to occur.
Corrective SummaryDaimler buses will reroute the alternator cable to ensure that the cable does not contact engine components. the recall is expected to begin on or before january 2009. owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7466.
NotesCustomers 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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER
12V447000DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC. V (Vehicle)18709/28/2012ODIDAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.09/13/201209/13/2012
Defect SummaryDaimler buses north america (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 orion v and model year 2005-2006 orion vii transit buses equipped with john deere compressed natural gas (cng) turbocharged engines. the turbine or compressor wheel may fail, resulting in subsequent damage to the engine and/or an oil leak.
Consequence SummaryFailure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDbna will notify owners. the remedy for this issue is still under development. the safety recall began on september 28, 2012. owners may contact daimler buses north america at 1-800-882-8054.
NotesCustomers 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.
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 .
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 .

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