Recall 10V015000: 2005–2008 Orion V, 2005–2009 Orion VII

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Jan 21, 2010
Vehicles affected
426
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Daimler 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.

The risk

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

The fix

Daimler 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.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

  • 2005 Orion V
  • 2006 Orion V
  • 2008 Orion V
  • 2005 Orion VII
  • 2006 Orion VII
  • 2008 Orion VII
  • 2009 Orion VII

Details

NHTSA campaign
10V015000
Manufacturer
DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Owner letters
Apr 1, 2010
Components
Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle) (Transmission & Drivetrain)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

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