There have been 26 safety recalls for the Orion VII. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Orion VII.
If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Orion VII, 2011 Orion VII, 2012 Orion VII |
| Component: SEATS |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses north America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 orion vii transit buses manufactured April 5, 2010, to October 31, 2012, equipped with certain recaro ergo-m commercial bus driver seats.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2007 Orion VII, 2008 Orion VII, 2009 Orion VII, 2010 Orion VII, 2011 Orion VII, 2012 Orion VII |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses north America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 orion vii natural gas-powered transit buses manufactured January 1, 2007, to October 1, 2012. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2007 Orion VII, 2008 Orion VII, 2009 Orion VII, 2010 Orion VII, 2011 Orion VII, 2012 Orion VII |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses north America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 orion vii transit buses manufactured January 2007 through October 2012 equipped with certain cummins westport model isl g engines.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2003 Orion V, 2004 Orion V, 2005 Orion V, 2006 Orion V, 2007 Orion V, 2008 Orion V, 2002 Orion VII, 2003 Orion VII, 2004 Orion VII, 2005 Orion VII, 2006 Orion VII, 2007 Orion VII, 2008 Orion VII, 2009 Orion VII, 2010 Orion VII |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Recall Summary: 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 ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2011 Orion VII, 2012 Orion VII |
| Component: PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:AIR:CHAMBER |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses north America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 orion vii transit buses equipped with disc brakes using mgm brake components. In the affected vehicles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2004 Orion V, 2005 Orion V, 2006 Orion V, 2007 Orion V, 2008 Orion V, 2005 Orion VII, 2006 Orion VII |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO-CHARGER |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses north America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 orion v and model year 2005-2006 orion vii transit buses equipped with john deere compressed natural gas (cng) turbocharged engines.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Orion VII |
| Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses north America (dbna) is recalling certain model year 2010 orion vii transit buses manufactured from November 2010 through January 2011, equipped with a cummins isb, isx, isc, or isl diesel engine.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
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.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2008 Orion VII |
| Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
| Recall Summary: 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. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
The bus could accelerate at a higher rate than anticipated increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1992 Orion II, 1993 Orion II, 1998 Orion II, 1992 Orion V, 1993 Orion V, 1994 Orion V, 1995 Orion V, 1996 Orion V, 1997 Orion V, 1998 Orion V, 1999 Orion V, 2000 Orion V, 2001 Orion V, 2002 Orion V, 2003 Orion V, 2005 Orion V, 2006 Orion V, 2008 Orion V, 1995 Orion VI, 2002 Orion VI, 2002 Orion VII, 2003 Orion VII, 2004 Orion VII, 2005 Orion VII, 2006 Orion VII, 2008 Orion VII, 2009 Orion VII |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/LINKAGE |
| Recall Summary: Daimler buses is recalling certain orion transit buses equipped with the morse remote throttle control. The morse remote throttle control panel is located in the engine compartment and a switch on it is labeled, "throttle"; "off" or "front" and "on" or "rear" selecting the active engine control ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 19, 2016 | Seats | 408 |
| May. 15, 2015 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 455 |
| Mar. 5, 2014 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 455 |
| Sep. 27, 2013 | Electrical System | 3,009 |
| Feb. 22, 2013 | Parking Brake:driveline:air:chamber | 171 |
| Sep. 13, 2012 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:other Fuel Types:turbo-charger | 187 |
| Aug. 15, 2011 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 96 |
| Apr. 1, 2011 | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | 2 |
| Jan. 21, 2010 | Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/linkage | 426 |
| Oct. 20, 2009 | Interior Lighting | 368 |
| Aug. 7, 2009 | Visibility:glass, Side/rear | 824 |
| Jun. 11, 2009 | Visibility:glass, Side/rear | 286 |
| Apr. 15, 2009 | Electrical System | 380 |
| Mar. 25, 2009 | Seats:front Assembly:seat Heater/cooler | 804 |
| Sep. 29, 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel | 175 |
| Aug. 28, 2007 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 71 |
| Jul. 26, 2007 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System | 96 |
| Jul. 20, 2007 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hose | 34 |
| Dec. 22, 2006 | Air Brake | 250 |
| Sep. 13, 2005 | Fuel System, Other:delivery:fuel Pump | 96 |
| Jun. 14, 2005 | Structure:body:door | 1,092 |
| Mar. 2, 2005 | Diesel Fuel System | 302 |
| Feb. 16, 2005 | Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly | 59 |
| Sep. 13, 2004 | Latches/locks/linkage | 452 |
| Aug. 30, 2004 | Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly | 155 |
| Aug. 19, 2004 | Fuel System, Other:storage | 252 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2012 Orion VII | 4 |
| 2011 Orion VII | 4 |
| 2010 Orion VII | 5 |
| 2009 Orion VII | 8 |
| 2008 Orion VII | 11 |
| 2007 Orion VII | 9 |
| 2006 Orion VII | 9 |
| 2005 Orion VII | 11 |
| 2004 Orion VII | 13 |
| 2003 Orion VII | 7 |
| 2002 Orion VII | 6 |
| 2001 Orion VII | 2 |