Recall 05V-064: 2000 Orion V
ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Feb 28, 2005, covering about 31 vehicles.
The problem
On certain transit buses equipped with eaton power steering pumps, the port plug on the pump was incompletely sealed and leakage of the hydraulic fluid can occur which could result in a reduction in the power steering assist.
The risk
The driver will be subjected to hard turning of the steering wheel and loss of power assist in the steering system, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Eaton is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the power steering pumps free of charge. Owners may contact eaton at 1-888-258-0222 or orion bus at 905-403-7832.
Notes
Customers 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist System |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V064000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 05V-064?
On certain transit buses equipped with eaton power steering pumps, the port plug on the pump was incompletely sealed and leakage of the hydraulic fluid can occur which could result in a reduction in the power steering assist.
How is recall 05V-064 fixed?
Eaton is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will replace the power steering pumps free of charge. Owners may contact eaton at 1-888-258-0222 or orion bus at 905-403-7832.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.