NHTSA recall 09V413000
Interior lighting
Orion V and 1 more
Reported Oct 20, 2009368 vehicles affectedDAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built Jun 1, 2002 – Mar 31, 2009
The defect
Daimler buses of north america IS recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 orion transit buses equipped with luminator horizon led side destination signs. the connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
The risk
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and a fire.
The remedy
Orion will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by luminator free of charge. please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. the safety recall IS expected to begin during november 2009. owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or orion at 1-800-716-7466.