NHTSA Campaign 13V476000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Issued by Daimler Buses North America · Reported Sep 27, 2013 · 3,009 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Daimler Buses North America Ltd. (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Orion V and model year 2002-2010 VII buses equipped with Sure Power equalizers and DC-DC Converters. The specific potting compound used in the equalizers and convertors for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
DBNA will notify owners and Sure Power representatives will change out the equalizer and/or convertor, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2014. Owners may contact DBNA at 1-905-403-1111.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORION | V | 2003 | 3,009 |
| ORION | V | 2004 | 3,009 |
| ORION | V | 2005 | 3,009 |
| ORION | V | 2006 | 3,009 |
| ORION | V | 2007 | 3,009 |
| ORION | V | 2008 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2002 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2003 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2004 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2005 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2006 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2007 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2008 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2009 | 3,009 |
| ORION | VII | 2010 | 3,009 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V476000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.