Recall 11V214000: 2008 Orion VII

Report received

Apr 1, 2011

Manufacturer

Daimler buses north america, inc.

Potentially affected

2vehicles

Model years

2008

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

Daimler buses is recalling certain model year 2008 orion vii transit buses manufactured from june 13-16, 2008, and equipped with teeter lever assemblies. There is insufficient engagement between the teeter lever base and the cam plate.

Possible consequence

Failure of the teeter lever assembly will cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. A passenger leaning on or forced against the door could fall through the door and sustain injuries.

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Orion VII0 complaints