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SevereNHTSA·24V059000·Announced 2024-01-31

Vicinity Recalls 2017 Vi33 Buses Due to CNG Tank Clearance Issue

Vicinity is recalling 2017 Vi33 transit buses because inadequate clearance may allow CNG tanks to contact mounting structures, potentially causing damage and gas leaks.

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 (CNG tank clearance) that poses a significant risk of fire due to potential gas leaks, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Vicinity Motor Corporation is recalling certain 2017 Vi33 transit buses. The recall addresses a defect where inadequate clearance may allow the compressed natural gas (CNG) tanks to contact the supporting mounting structure and/or safety cables. This contact can damage the tanks.

A damaged tank can leak natural gas, which increases the risk of a fire. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the supporting member is replaced if the mounting structure cannot be adjusted as an interim repair.

Dealers will inspect and adjust the mounting structure as an interim repair. When the final repair is available, dealers will inspect and secure the safety cables, install protective material on the tank, and replace the mounting structure and CNG tanks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 18, 2024. Owners may contact Vicinity customer service at 1-604-607-4000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VICINITY VI33
Brand
VICINITY
Manufacturer
Vicinity Motor Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
14

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)

  • VI33

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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