Recall 97V-129: 1996–1997 Orion VI
ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Aug 28, 1997, covering about 20 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: low floor transit buses. Due to machining and casting variances, two of the steering relay arms on these vehicles can fracture.
The risk
Failure of the steering arm leaves the bus with no steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace these steering arms.
Notes
Owners were notified august 1, 1997, to remove these buses from service until the remedy was performed.a second ownernotificationis expected to begin september 2, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact orion bus at 1-315-768-8101.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Linkages |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V129000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Orion VI | 1996, 1997 | All 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 97V-129?
Vehicle description: low floor transit buses. Due to machining and casting variances, two of the steering relay arms on these vehicles can fracture.
How is recall 97V-129 fixed?
Dealers will replace these steering arms.
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.