1992 Orion I Problems: 2 Complaints, 2 Recalls

The worst 1992 Orion I problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

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Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported February 1, 2007 · 3,637 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with lift-u wheelchair lifts, it is possible for a person to wedge their feet under the solid bar barrier linkage.
Risk: While sitting in a wheelchair, a person with no shoes and who does not have control of their feet could twist their feet and get them forced under the linkage which could result in an injury.
Remedy: Daimlerchrysler commercial is working with lift-u to repair these buses (please see 06e-093). Owners will receive a free repair kit along with installation instructions free of charge. Owners may contact lift-u at 209‑838‑2400 or orion bus at 905‑403‑7807.

Recall number 07V024000 · Recall details

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devicesReported December 14, 1993 · 45 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The left hand rearview mirror can be adjusted to a position which interferes with the opening of the emergency exit window located adjacent to the driver position. In such cases, the vehicle is in non-compliance with fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Risk: The passengers may be subjected to increased risk ofinjury if an accident occurrs and the emergency exit cannot not be used.
Remedy: Dealers will fix the left rearview mirror arm in a position to allow a clear path for the emergency window to extend: this will operate independent of the adjustment of the mirror head for driver's vision.

Recall number 93V217000 · Recall details

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 14, 1995 · Fuel system · WA

Pressure relief device failed. (2nd vehicle on 484245)

Filed Jul 14, 1995 · Fuel system · WA

Pressure relief device failed. (1st vehicle on 601443)

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Is the 1992 Orion I reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1992 Orion I, close to a typical I model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Orion I?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints.

How many recalls does the 1992 Orion I have?

2 recalls, covering equipment adaptive/mobility and visibility.

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