1998-1999 Orion V and Orion Vi recall: turbo/supercharger
Orion Bus Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall on February 1, 2005. It covers about 207 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 207
- reported
- Feb 1, 2005
- owners notified
- Mar 1, 2007
Engine and engine cooling: engine: other fuel types: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to enter the exhaust system.
- Risk
- In the event the turbocharger fails, a fire may occur in the engine compartment resulting in property damage or injuries.
- Remedy
- Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will repair the engine and install an exhaust temperature sensor to prevent the possibility of an exhaust or engine compartment fire. Owners may contact detroit diesel corporation at 313‑592‑5791 or orion at 905‑403‑7832.
Recall number 05V026000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 05V026000
Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Orion V and Orion Vi turbo/supercharger?
Yes. Recall 05V026000, reported on February 1, 2005, covers about 207 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V026000?
Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will repair the engine and install an exhaust temperature sensor to prevent the possibility of an exhaust or engine compartment fire. Owners may contact detroit diesel corporation at 313‑592‑5791 or orion at 905‑403‑7832.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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