Recall 07V-326: 2004–2007 Orion VII

DAIMLERCHRYSLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 26, 2007, covering about 96 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-326
Report date
Jul 26, 2007
Vehicles affected
96
Owners notified
Sep 3, 2007

The problem

On certain transit buses built with cummins isl engines, the exhaust elbow was incorrectly assembled and welded during production. The upper flange has a butt type weld instead of a fillet type weld.

The risk

An exhaust system that is not maintained to ensure that there are no leaking sections can cause heat damage to surrounding components increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Owners will be reimbursed for the replacement of the exhaust elbow. The recall began during september 2007. Owners may contact orion at 1-800-716-7466.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety outline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NA
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V326000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Orion VII2004, 2005, 2006, 2007All years

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 07V-326?

On certain transit buses built with cummins isl engines, the exhaust elbow was incorrectly assembled and welded during production. The upper flange has a butt type weld instead of a fillet type weld.

How is recall 07V-326 fixed?

Owners will be reimbursed for the replacement of the exhaust elbow. The recall began during september 2007. Owners may contact orion at 1-800-716-7466.

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.