NHTSA Recall 09V413000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V413000; Date: Oct. 20, 2009
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Orion V; 2003 Orion V; 2004 Orion V; 2005 Orion V; 2007 Orion V; 2002 Orion VII; 2003 Orion VII; 2004 Orion VII; 2005 Orion VII; 2006 Orion VII; 2008 Orion VII; 2009 Orion VII
Component: Interior Lighting
Manufactured by: Daimler Buses North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 368
Recall Summary:
Daimler buses of north America is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 orion transit buses equipped with luminator horizon led side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
How to Fix:
Orion will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by luminator free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or orion at 1-800-716-7466.
Recall Notes:
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: Oct 19, 2009
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