The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·11V214000·Announced 2011-04-01

Daimler Orion VII Buses Recalled for Rear Door Latch Defect

Daimler Buses is recalling 2008 Orion VII transit buses due to a rear door latch defect that could allow passengers to fall through the door.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (door latch) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without confirmed incidents.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Buses North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008 Orion VII transit buses manufactured between June 13 and 16, 2008. These vehicles are equipped with Teeter Lever Assemblies that have insufficient engagement between the Teeter Lever base and the cam plate.

The defect may cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. If a passenger leans on or is forced against the door, they could fall through the opening and sustain injuries.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ORION VII
Brand
ORION
Manufacturer
DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
2

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • VII

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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