Orion recalls
All 40 Orion safety recalls since model year 2000, in plain English. Latest: Jan 19, 2016.
Latest Orion recalls
2010–2012 Orion VII
Seats recall · 16V017
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…
2007–2012 Orion VII
Engine recall · 15V288
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.
2007–2012 Orion VII
Engine recall · 14V106
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…
2002–2010 Orion VII & 2003–2008 Orion V
Electrical system recall · 13V476
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…
2011–2012 Orion VII
Brakes recall · 13V056
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit buses equipped with disc brakes using MGM brake components.
2004–2008 Orion V & 2005–2006 Orion VII
Engine recall · 12V447
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…
All Orion recalls
| Date | Recall | Vehicles | Problem | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-01-19 | 16V017 | 2010–2012 Orion VII | Seats | 408 |
| 2015-05-15 | 15V288 | 2007–2012 Orion VII | Engine | 455 |
| 2014-03-11 | 14V106 | 2007–2012 Orion VII | Engine | 455 |
| 2013-10-23 | 13V476 | 2002–2010 Orion VII & 2003–2008 Orion V | Electrical system | 3,009 |
| 2013-02-22 | 13V056 | 2011–2012 Orion VII | Brakes | 171 |
| 2012-09-13 | 12V447 | 2004–2008 Orion V & 2005–2006 Orion VII | Engine | 187 |
| 2011-10-28 | 11V523 | 2008–2011 Orion Orion VII LI-ION Hybrid & 2006 Orion Orion VII LI-ION ESS | Electrical system | 1,300 |
| 2011-08-17 | 11V421 | 2010 Orion VII | Engine | 96 |
| 2011-04-04 | 11V214 | 2008 Orion VII | Door latches & locks | 2 |
| 2010-11-03 | 10V538 | 2000 Orion VI | Equipment | 217 |
| 2010-01-21 | 10V015 | 2000–2008 Orion V & 2002–2009 Orion VII + 1 more | Powertrain & transmission | 426 |
| 2009-10-23 | 09V413 | 2002–2009 Orion VII & 2002–2007 Orion V | Interior Lighting | 368 |
| 2009-10-20 | 09V412 | 2000–2008 Orion V | Equipment | 983 |
| 2009-08-07 | 09V318 | 2006–2009 Orion VII | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 824 |
| 2009-06-11 | 09V215 | 2007–2009 Orion VII | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 286 |
| 2009-04-15 | 09V121 | 2008–2009 Orion VII | Electrical system | 380 |
| 2009-03-25 | 09V099 | 2006–2008 Orion VII | Seats | 804 |
| 2008-09-24 | 08V480 | 2004–2008 Orion VII & 2004, 2007–2008 Orion V | Engine | 175 |
| 2007-08-28 | 07V379 | 2004, 2006–2007 Orion VII | Engine | 71 |
| 2007-07-26 | 07V326 | 2004–2007 Orion VII | Engine | 96 |
| 2007-07-20 | 07V310 | 2005 Orion VII | Engine | 34 |
| 2006-12-29 | 06V492 | 2004–2005 Orion VII | Brakes | 250 |
| 2006-06-14 | 06V211 | 2002–2005 Orion VI & 2002–2004 Orion V | Engine | 405 |
| 2005-09-16 | 05V406 | 2004–2005 Orion VII | Fuel system | 96 |
| 2005-06-16 | 05V282 | 2001–2005 Orion VII | Body & structure | 1,092 |
| 2005-03-15 | 05V094 | 2002–2003 Orion V | Door latches & locks | 167 |
| 2005-03-09 | 05V079 | 2000–2004 Orion II & 2001, 2003–2004 Orion VII | Fuel system | 302 |
| 2005-03-02 | 05V064 | 2000 Orion V | Steering | 31 |
| 2005-02-16 | 05V058 | 2004–2005 Orion VII | Steering | 59 |
| 2004-11-16 | 04V545 | 2000–2004 Orion V | Body & structure | 2,045 |
| 2004-11-16 | 04V544 | 2002–2004 Orion Orion VII | Engine | 663 |
| 2004-11-16 | 04V543 | 2002–2004 Orion Orion VII | Engine | 545 |
| 2004-10-26 | 04V509 | 2000–2001 Orion II | Equipment | 6 |
| 2004-09-15 | 04V447 | 2002–2004 Orion VII | Door latches & locks | 452 |
| 2004-08-31 | 04V425 | 2004 Orion VII | Suspension | 155 |
| 2004-08-24 | 04V411 | 2002–2003 Orion VII | Fuel system | 252 |
| 2003-04-01 | 03V120 | 2000–2001 Orion II & 2000–2001 Orion V + 1 more | Windows, wipers & mirrors | 4,191 |
| 2003-03-05 | 03V063 | 2002 Orion VI | Engine | 416 |
| 2001-11-30 | 01V322002 | 2001 American Lafrance Eagle & 2001 American Lafrance Metropolitan + 8 more | Speed control | 2,700 |
| 2001-03-22 | 01V033005 | 2000 Orion II & 2000 Orion V + 1 more | Electrical system | 927 |
FAQ
How many Orion recalls are there?
There are 40 Orion vehicle safety recalls for model years 2000 and newer in NHTSA data. The latest was posted Jan 19, 2016.
Are Orion recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
How do I check if my Orion has a recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. You can also browse by model and year below.