Recall 13V476000: 2002–2010 Orion VII and 1 other model
- Report received
- Sep 27, 2013
- Manufacturer
- Daimler Buses North America
- Potentially affected
- 3,009vehicles
- Model years
- 2002–2010
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 North America Ltd. (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Orion V and model year 2002-2010 VII buses equipped with Sure Power equalizers and DC-DC Converters. The specific potting compound used in the equalizers and convertors for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Possible consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2003 Orion V0 complaints
- 2004 Orion V0 complaints
- 2005 Orion V0 complaints
- 2006 Orion V0 complaints
- 2007 Orion V0 complaints
- 2008 Orion V0 complaints
- 2002 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2003 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2004 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2005 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2006 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2007 Orion VII1 complaints
- 2008 Orion VII0 complaints
- 2009 Orion VII1 complaints
- 2010 Orion VII0 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.