Vicinity VI35 (Vicinity) – CNG Tank Contact Risk (2024)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2022 VICINITY VI35
Brand
VICINITY
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2022
Vicinity Motor Corporation is recalling certain 2022 VICINITY VI35 vehicles due to fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly:mounting issues. A damaged tank can leak natural gas, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Vicinity Motor Corporation (Vicinity) is recalling certain 2022 Vi35 transit buses. Inadequate clearance may allow the CNG tanks to contact the supporting mounting structure and/or safety cables, damaging the tanks.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A damaged tank can leak natural gas, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and adjust the mounting structure. If the vehicle's mounting structure cannot be adjusted, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the supporting member is replaced. When the final repair is available, dealers will inspect, secure the safety cables, install protective material on the tank, and replace the mounting structure and CNG tanks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2024. Owners may contact Vicinity customer service at 1-604-607-4000. Vicinity's number for this recall is CA-000-051.
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