2006 Orion Vii Li-Ion Ess Problems: 0 Complaints, 1 Recall

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Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v batteryReported October 28, 2011 · 1,300 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Daimler buses is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 orion vii li-ion hybrid transit buses manufactured from july 2008 through august 2011 and model year 2006 orion vii li-ion ess transit buses manufactured from may 2006 through may 2007, contains bae systems (bae) lithium ion energy storage system (ess). Over time, particulate debris can accumulate in the hybrid system's li-ion storage system (li-ion ess). Accumulated debris in conjunction with moisture can breach the electrical isolation of the high voltage battery pack. A conductive path can be created if the electrical isolation is breached at both ends of the battery.
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.
Remedy: Orion will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by bae systems free of charge. The safety recall began november 2011. Owners may contact daimler buses north america at 1‑905‑403‑1111.

Recall number 11V523000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2006 Orion Vii Li-Ion Ess have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

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