NHTSA recall 07V326000
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
Orion Vii
Reported Jul 26, 200796 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER COMMERCIAL BUSES NABuilt Nov 1, 2004 – Jun 30, 2007
The defect
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 remedy
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.