Recall 07V326000: 2004–2007 Orion VII
- Report received
- Jul 26, 2007
- Manufacturer
- Daimlerchrysler commercial buses na
- Potentially affected
- 96vehicles
- Model years
- 2004–2007
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
On certain transit buses built with cummins isl engines, the exhaust elbow was incorrectly assembled and welded during production. The upper flange has a butt type weld instead of a fillet type weld.
Possible consequence
An exhaust system that is not maintained to ensure that there are no leaking sections can cause heat damage to surrounding components increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners will be reimbursed for the replacement of the exhaust elbow. The recall began during september 2007. Owners may contact orion at 1-800-716-7466.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2004 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2005 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2006 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2007 Orion VII1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.