Vicinity Vi33 recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 30, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Vicinity Motor Corporation recalls 2017–2022 Vicinity Vi33, Vi35

Recall number

24V385000

Brand / firm

Vicinity

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28 units

Why it was recalled

A compressed natural gas leak can result in a fire or explosion, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Vicinity Motor Corporation (Vicinity) is recalling certain 2017 Vi33 and 2022 Vi35 buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The low-pressure CNG hoses and fittings are insufficient and may leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 304, "Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Container Integrity."

What to do

Owners are advised to remove the vehicles from service until the final remedy becomes available. Dealers will replace the low pressure CNG hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 1, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Vicinity customer service at 1-604-607-4000. Vicinity's number for this recall is CA-000-054.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.