The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·13V476000·Announced 2013-09-27

Daimler Recalls Orion Buses Due to Electrical Fire Risk

Daimler Buses North America is recalling 2003-2008 Orion V and 2002-2010 Orion VII buses because electrical components may conduct electricity and cause a fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (electrical insulation failure) that increases the risk of a fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Daimler Buses North America Ltd. (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Orion V and model year 2002-2010 Orion VII buses. The recall involves buses equipped with Sure Power equalizers and DC-DC Converters.

The specific potting compound used in the equalizers and converters for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

DBNA will notify owners, and Sure Power representatives will change out the equalizer and/or convertor free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2014. Owners may contact DBNA at 1-905-403-1111 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ORION V, VII
Brand
ORION
Manufacturer
Daimler Buses North America
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
Affected units
3,009

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 (2)

  • V
  • VII

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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