2008-2009 Orion Vii recall: electrical system
Daimler Buses North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 15, 2009. It covers about 380 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 380
- reported
- Apr 15, 2009
- owners notified
- May 8, 2009
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Daimler buses is recalling 380 my 2008-2009 vii buses configured with a mobile climate control (mcc) heater and those with a mcc defroster manufacturer from october 2008 - march 2009 only. The blower motor mount screws may not have the proper torque. If the four blower motor mount screws disconnect, the bracket can move possibly causing an electrical terminal short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Mcc will inspect the buses for incorrect torque on blower mounts and torque the screws correctly as required free of charge. If the inspection reveals any damage to the affected components, additional repairs will be made as necessay. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact daimler buses at 905‑403‑7807.
Recall number 09V121000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 09V121000
Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Orion Vii electrical system?
Yes. Recall 09V121000, reported on April 15, 2009, covers about 380 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V121000?
Mcc will inspect the buses for incorrect torque on blower mounts and torque the screws correctly as required free of charge. If the inspection reveals any damage to the affected components, additional repairs will be made as necessay. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact daimler buses at 905‑403‑7807.
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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