2000 Orion V Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2000 Orion V has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Air (1 report).

6Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2000 Orion V recalls

Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)

Recall 10V015Jan 21, 2010426 vehicles affected

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Recall 09V412Oct 20, 2009983 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System

Recall 05V064Feb 28, 200531 vehicles affected

Structure

Recall 04V545Nov 15, 20042,045 vehicles affected

Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear

Recall 03V120Mar 27, 20034,191 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery

Recall 01V033005Jan 29, 2001927 vehicles affected

Most common 2000 Orion V problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Air1

What owners report

2003-04-21, Service Brakes, Air
APRIL 21, 2003 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION NSA-10.01, 400 7TH STREET, SW WASHINGTON, DC 20590 SUBJECT: ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) DEFECT ?? 2000 MODEL ORION V TRANSIT BUSES THE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION DISTRICT OF DENVER, COLORADO OPERATES A SUBFLEET OF 303 MODEL YEAR 2000 ORION V TRANSIT BUSES. THESE BUSES ARE EQUIPPED WITH THE MERITOR WABCO ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AND TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM. ON OCTOBER 29, 2002 DURING A HEAVY SNOWSTORM, 29 OF THESE ORION BUSES EXPERIENCED FRONT WHEEL LOCK UP UPON BRAKE APPLICATION. IT APPEARED THE ABS MODULATOR VALVES WERE OBSTRUCTED BY SNOW AND ICE, AND

2000 Orion V questions

Does the 2000 Orion V have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2000 Orion V: Power Train:Clutch Assembly:Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle); Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System; Structure; Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Orion V?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Air (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Orion V has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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