ORION 2011 ORION VII Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2011 ORION VII
Brand
ORION
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2011
Daimler Buses North America is recalling certain 2011 ORION VII vehicles due to parking brake:driveline:air:chamber issues. Overheated brake components could result in a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit buses equipped with disc brakes using MGM brake components. In the affected vehicles, the brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
DBNA will notify owners and will replace the affected brake chambers, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 7, 2013. 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