2004-2008 Orion V and Orion Vii recall: turbo/supercharger
Daimler Buses North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 13, 2012. It covers about 187 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 187
- reported
- Sep 13, 2012
- owners notified
- Sep 28, 2012
Engine and engine cooling: engine: other fuel types: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Orion V and model year 2005-2006 Orion VII transit buses equipped with John Deere Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) turbocharged engines. The turbine or compressor wheel may fail, resulting in subsequent damage to the engine and/or an oil leak.
- Risk
- Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- DBNA will notify owners. The remedy for this issue is still under development. The safety recall began on September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Buses North America at 1‑800‑882‑8054.
Recall number 12V447000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 12V447000
Is there a recall on the 2004-2008 Orion V and Orion Vii turbo/supercharger?
Yes. Recall 12V447000, reported on September 13, 2012, covers about 187 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V447000?
DBNA will notify owners. The remedy for this issue is still under development. The safety recall began on September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Buses North America at 1‑800‑882‑8054.
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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