2011-2012 Orion Vii recall: chamber
Daimler Buses North America reported this safety recall on February 22, 2013. It covers about 171 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 171
- reported
- Feb 22, 2013
- owners notified
- Mar 7, 2013
Parking brake: driveline: air: chamber
- What is wrong
- Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit buses equipped with disc brakes using MGM brake components. In the affected vehicles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
- Risk
- Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- DBNA will notify owners and will replace the affected brake chambers, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 7, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler Buses North America at 1‑800‑882‑8054.
Recall number 13V056000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 13V056000
Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Orion Vii chamber?
Yes. Recall 13V056000, reported on February 22, 2013, covers about 171 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V056000?
DBNA will notify owners and will replace the affected brake chambers, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 7, 2013. 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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