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1996-1997 Orion Vi recall: arm

Orion Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 22, 1998. It covers about 20 vehicles.

vehicles affected
20
reported
Dec 22, 1998
owners notified
Dec 22, 1998

Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm

What is wrong
Vehicle description: low-floor transit buses equipped with a cast steel steering relay arm. The steering arms can fail without warning.
Risk
This condition can leave the bus with no steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these steering arms.

Recall number 98V331000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V331000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Orion Vi arm?

Yes. Recall 98V331000, reported on December 22, 1998, covers about 20 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V331000?

Dealers will replace these steering arms.

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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