CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Orion VII has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA, including 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (1 report).
2007 Orion VII recalls
Engine oil may leak onto hot parts, raising fire risk
Excessive crankcase pressure can cause a 90-degree elbow on the engine's vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather.
Most common 2007 Orion VII problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
What owners report
A PORT AUTHORITY OWNED 2006 ORION VI DIESEL POWERED AIRPORT SHUTTLE BUS WAS DESTROYED BY FIRE ON 6/28/08 AT ABOUT 12:00 A.M. FORTUNATELY THE BUS WAS NOT CARRYING PASSENGERS AT THE TIME, AS THE FIRE SPREAD QUICKLY AND DESTROYED THE BUS EVEN THOUGH IT WAS EQUIPPED WITH AN ON-BOARD FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM THAT DISCHARGED AGENT INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. FOLLOWING AN INVESTIGATION BY A FORENSIC ENGINEER WITH EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE IN DIESEL FIRES, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE PROBABLE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS THE WEAR AND SHORTING OF WIRES FROM THE ALTERNATOR THAT WERE CHAFFING ON THE #5 CYLINDER DIESEL INJECTOR LINE. UPON REMOVAL IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE LINE WAS MELTED AND A HOLE BURNED THROUG
2007 Orion VII questions
Does the 2007 Orion VII have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2007 Orion VII: Engine oil may leak onto hot parts, raising fire risk; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine; Electrical System; Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear; Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Orion VII?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (1), Fuel System, Other (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Orion VII 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.