Recall 12V447000: 2005–2008 Orion V, 2005–2006 Orion VII
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 13, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 187
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Daimler 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.
The risk
Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
DBNA 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.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Orion V
- 2006 Orion V
- 2007 Orion V
- 2008 Orion V
- 2005 Orion VII
- 2006 Orion VII
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V447000
- Manufacturer
- DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Owner letters
- Sep 28, 2012
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/supercharger (Engine)
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