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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 11V214000

2008 Orion Vii — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

Published April 4, 2011 · Recall initiated: April 1, 2011

Summary

NHTSA records recall 11V214000, published April 4, 2011 and initiated April 1, 2011. Recalling firm: Daimler Buses North America; 2008 Orion Vii — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch.

What's the hazard

DAIMLER BUSES IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 ORION VII TRANSIT BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 13-16, 2008, AND EQUIPPED WITH TEETER LEVER ASSEMBLIES. THERE IS INSUFFICIENT ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN THE TEETER LEVER BASE AND THE CAM PLATE.

What to do

DAIMLER BUSES IS WORKING WITH VAPOR BUS TO REPAIR THE AFFECTED BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER BUSES AT 1-800-716-7566.

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Recall details

Brand
ORION
Model
VII
Manufacturer
Daimler Buses North America
Lot
2008 ORION VII
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2008 Orion Vii — Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 11V214000 on April 4, 2011. Reported hazard: DAIMLER BUSES IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 ORION VII TRANSIT BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 13-16, 2008, AND EQUIPPED WITH TEETER LEVER ASSEMBLIES. THERE IS INSUFFICIENT ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN THE TEETER LEVER BASE AND THE CAM PLATE.

What should I do if I have this product?

DAIMLER BUSES IS WORKING WITH VAPOR BUS TO REPAIR THE AFFECTED BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER BUSES AT 1-800-716-7566.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ORION. Model: VII.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)