Recall 13V056000: 2011–2012 Orion VII
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 22, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 171
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit buses equipped with disc brakes using MGM brake components. In the affected vehicles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
The risk
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
The fix
DBNA will notify owners and will replace the affected brake chambers, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 7, 2013. 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
- 2011 Orion VII
- 2012 Orion VII
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V056000
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Buses North America
- Owner letters
- Mar 7, 2013
- Components
- Parking brake:driveline:air:chamber (Brakes)
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