Orion Bus Industries Ltd. | NHTSA Recall #04V543000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V543000 by Orion Bus Industries Ltd.. Includes 545 affected units, ORION/DETERIORATING EXHAUST THERMAL BLANKET, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain buses equipped with compressed natural gas fuel containers, the thermal properties of the original exhaust blanket were insufficiently achieved with the component supplied. the performance of the exhaust temperature and the exhaust blanket were incorrectly evaluated for the supplied blanket.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a replacement exhaust blanket. the recall began july 17, 2005. owners should contact orion at 905-403-7832

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V543000

Manufacturer: Orion Bus Industries Ltd.

Report Received Date: 2004-11-12T00:00:00

Subject: Orion/deteriorating exhaust thermal blanket

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 545

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain buses equipped with compressed natural gas fuel containers, the thermal properties of the original exhaust blanket were insufficiently achieved with the component supplied. the performance of the exhaust temperature and the exhaust blanket were incorrectly evaluated for the supplied blanket.

Consequence Summary: The exhaust blanket can be degraded and lose insulating value. surrounding components can degrade in the engine compartment and can malfunction due to the effect on wires and hoses.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a replacement exhaust blanket. the recall began july 17, 2005. owners should contact orion at 905-403-7832

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 04V543000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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