2012 ORION VII Safety Overview
The 2012 ORION VII has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 4 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Seats
- Engine and engine cooling:engine
- Parking brake:driveline:air:chamber
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for ORION VII owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Orion VII transit bu...
If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V017000: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Orion VII natural ga...
If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
NHTSA Recall 15V288000: If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 Orion VII transit bu...
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
NHTSA Recall 14V106000: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Daimler Buses North America (DBNA) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Orion VII transit bu...
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
NHTSA Recall 13V056000: Overheated brake components could result in a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.