2011 Orion Vii | 2012 Orion Vii — Parking brake: driveline: air: chamber
Published February 22, 2013 · Recall initiated: February 22, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V056000, published February 22, 2013. Recalling firm: Daimler Commercial Buses NA; 2011 Orion Vii | 2012 Orion Vii — Parking brake: driveline: air: chamber.
What's the hazard
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit buses equipped with disc brakes using MGM brake components. In the affected vehicles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What to do
DBNA will notify owners and will replace the affected brake chambers, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 7, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler Buses North America at 1-800-882-8054.
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Recall details
- Brand
- ORION
- Model
- VII
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Commercial Buses NA
- Lot
- 2011 ORION VII | 2012 ORION VII
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Orion Vii | 2012 Orion Vii — Parking brake: driveline: air: chamber recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V056000 on February 22, 2013. Reported hazard: Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit buses equipped with disc brakes using MGM brake components. In the affected vehicles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
What should I do if I have this product?
DBNA will notify owners and will replace the affected brake chambers, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 7, 2013. Owners may contact Daimler Buses North America at 1-800-882-8054.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: ORION. Model: VII.