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2006-2011 Orion Vii Li-Ion Ess and Orion Vii Li-Ion Hybrid recall: 12v/24v/48v battery

Daimler Buses North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 28, 2011. It covers about 1,300 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,300
reported
Oct 28, 2011
owners notified
Nov 16, 2011

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 11V523000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2011 Orion Vii Li-Ion Ess and Orion Vii Li-Ion Hybrid 12v/24v/48v battery?

Yes. Recall 11V523000, reported on October 28, 2011, covers about 1,300 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V523000?

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.

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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