NHTSA Recall 97V207000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V207000; Date: Nov. 14, 1997
If an ignition source was present, there is a potential for a fire and/or explosion.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Orion II; 1997 Orion II; 1996 Orion V; 1997 Orion V
Component: Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:filling/charging
Manufactured by: Orion Bus Industries, Inc.
Affected Units:: 211
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: compressed natural gas (cng) powered transit buses. The solenoid valve or check valve could allow cng to flow when not required.
How to Fix:
Personnel will go to owners and replace the change out of the recalled solenoid valves.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began November 14, 1997. Owners who do not have the free replacement valve installed within a reasonable time should contact orion at 1-315-768-8101. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 14, 1997
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