Recall 04V-147: 1996–1998 Orion V, 1998 Orion VI

ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Mar 23, 2004, covering about 286 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-147
Report date
Mar 23, 2004
Vehicles affected
286
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.

The risk

If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or orion at 1-800-658-2871.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD.
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number04V147000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Orion V1996, 1997, 1998All years
Orion VI1998All 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 04V-147?

On certain buses equipped with cummins electronic control modules on the l10g engines, the ECM does not have the ability to detect a throttle fail-safe engine shutdown command. This could result in an unanticipated, uncommanded open throttle condition without warning.

How is recall 04V-147 fixed?

Cummins will notify the customers and replace the ECM. Owners should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or orion at 1-800-658-2871.

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.