Orion Vii recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 15, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Daimler Buses North America recalls 2007–2012 Orion Vii

Recall number

15V288000

Brand / firm

Orion

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 455 units

Why it was recalled

If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

What was recalled

Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Orion VII natural gas-powered transit buses manufactured January 1, 2007, to October 1, 2012. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.

What to do

Cummins will notify owners on behalf of DBNA, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact DBNA at 1-905-403-7807 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.