1997-1998 Orion II recall: alternator/generator/regulator
Orion Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 10, 1998. It covers about 45 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 45
- reported
- Aug 10, 1998
- owners notified
- Aug 21, 1998
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with challenger 2000 model 170 series alternators. The positive power stud may not be properly seated in place causing a loose connection. This loose connection causes an over-heat condition when the alternator is under a load. Also the material used to insulate the power stud from the rectifier can tear and cause the positive power stud to ground to the alternator case.
- Risk
- The alternator can get hot enough to catch fire which could spread to other areas of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace these alternators.
Recall number 98V189000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 98V189000
Is there a recall on the 1997-1998 Orion II alternator/generator/regulator?
Yes. Recall 98V189000, reported on August 10, 1998, covers about 45 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V189000?
Dealers will replace these alternators.
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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