ORION 2005 ORION V Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2005 ORION V
Brand
ORION
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2005
DAIMLER BUSES NORTH AMERICA, INC. is recalling certain 2005 ORION V vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/supercharger issues. Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Orion V and model year 2005-2006 Orion VII transit buses equipped with John Deere Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) turbocharged engines. The turbine or compressor wheel may fail, resulting in subsequent damage to the engine and/or an oil leak.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
DBNA will notify owners. The remedy for this issue is still under development. The safety recall began on September 28, 2012. Owners may contact Daimler Buses North America at 1-800-882-8054.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026