NHTSA Recall 09V215000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V215000; Date: Jun. 11, 2009
The window could dislodge from the bus while in operation, possibly becoming a road hazard to other motorists which could result in a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Orion VII; 2008 Orion VII; 2009 Orion VII
Component: Visibility:glass, Side/rear
Manufactured by: Daimler Buses North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 286
Recall Summary:
Orion is recalling 286 model year 2007 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between December 2007 and April 2009. The bond of the glass to the aluminum frame of the passenger windows is not adequate enough to hold the window attached to the frame.
How to Fix:
Orion will notify owners and the moving window portion will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before July 15, 2009. Owners may contact hehr International at 1-989-845-3067 or orion at 1-800-716-7466.
Recall Notes:
Daimler recall no. 09-182. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 15, 2009
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