Orion problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 0 safety complaints with NHTSA about Orion vehicles in our database, and Orion has issued 10 recall campaigns. Pick a model to see its problem areas and worst model years.

Complaints
0
Recalls
10
Models
4

Orion models with the most complaints

  • VII
    0 complaints

All Orion models

ModelYearsComplaintsRecallsMost complaints
Orion Orion VII LI-Ion ESS200601—
Orion Orion VII LI-Ion Hybrid2008–201101—
Orion V2005–200803—
Orion VII2005–201209—

Recent Orion recalls

  • Recall 16V017000Jan 19, 2016408 vehicles

    Risk: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 15V288000May 15, 2015455 vehicles

    Risk: If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

  • Recall 14V106000Mar 5, 2014455 vehicles

    Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

  • Recall 13V476000Sep 27, 20133,009 vehicles

    Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 13V056000Feb 22, 2013171 vehicles

    Risk: Overheated brake components could result in a fire.

  • Recall 12V447000Sep 13, 2012187 vehicles

    Risk: Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 11V523000Oct 28, 20111,300 vehicles

    Risk: This can result in the unintentional discharge of the battery's stored energy, creating a risk of smoke, melting and charring, possibly resulting in a fire.

  • Recall 11V421000Aug 15, 201196 vehicles

    Risk: If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.

  • Recall 11V214000Apr 1, 20112 vehicles

    Risk: Failure of the teeter lever assembly will cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. A passenger leaning on or forced against the door could fall through the door and sustain injuries.

  • Recall 10V015000Jan 21, 2010426 vehicles

    Risk: The bus could accelerate at a higher rate than anticipated increasing the risk of a crash.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology