1995-1998 Orion V recall: wiring
Orion Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 17, 1998. It covers about 1,068 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,068
- reported
- Sep 17, 1998
- owners notified
- Apr 15, 1998
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with electric engine starters. The power cables are routed across the back of the engine and fastened to the engine bulkhead. The cable may not be adequately fastened, chaffing the cable, and causing an electrical short.
- Risk
- This condition could possibly start a fire in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Dealers rerouted the wiring in the engine compartment.
Recall number 98V230000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 98V230000
Is there a recall on the 1995-1998 Orion V wiring?
Yes. Recall 98V230000, reported on September 17, 1998, covers about 1,068 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 98V230000?
Dealers rerouted the wiring in the engine compartment.
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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