1998 Orion V and Orion Vi recall: pump
Orion Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 31, 1998. It covers about 52 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 52
- reported
- Jul 31, 1998
- owners notified
- Jul 24, 1998
Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with sunsource/fauver tandem hydraulic pumps. The hydraulic piston pump is driven by the engine and a shaft out of the back of the pump providing power to the power steering pump. The shafts are connected together with a coupling. This coupling is fitted with two retainer clips which keeps it centered between the two pumps. These buses were shipped missing the coupling retainer clips.
- Risk
- Excessive movement of the coupling can disengage the two pump shafts, causing loss of power steering.
- Remedy
- Dealers are inspecting and retrofitting the couplings on these pumps.
Recall number 98V175000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 98V175000
Is there a recall on the 1998 Orion V and Orion Vi pump?
Yes. Recall 98V175000, reported on July 31, 1998, covers about 52 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V175000?
Dealers are inspecting and retrofitting the couplings on these pumps.
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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