Recalls for your 2002 Orion Orion Vii

Recalls for 2002 Orion Orion Vii

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM


Posted on: 2004-11-16
Description
On certain buses equipped with compressed natural gas fuel containers, the thermal properties of the original exhaust blanket were insufficiently achieved with the component supplied.  The performance of the exhaust temperature and the exhaust blanket were incorrectly evaluated for the supplied blanket.  

Consequence
The exhaust blanket can be degraded and lose insulating value.  Surrounding components can degrade in the engine compartment and can malfunction due to the effect on wires and hoses.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a replacement exhaust blanket.  The recall began july 17, 2005.  Owners should contact orion at 905-403-7832

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).

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN


Posted on: 2004-11-16
Description
On certain buses equipped with compressed natural gas or diesel engines, the hydraulic cooling fan motor pipes can leak.  

Consequence
A hydraulic leak which is not attended to readily may continue to provide exposed oil in the engine compartment.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the hydraulic pipes with flexible hoses.  An interim owner notification letter was mailed on may 17, 2005.  The recall began on september 30, 2005.  Owners should contact orion at 905-403-7832.  

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).