1994 TMI ORION II Recall

Campaign:

96V141000 on 07/23/1996

Component:

Vehicle speed control:linkages

Manufactured:

12/31/1993 - 08/31/1994

Affected:

21

Defect:

Temperature problems are occurring when these buses are operating on compressed natural gas.

Consequence:

Fires can occur resulting in serious injury or death.

Correction:

Owners will thoroughly inspect the engine compartments on these vehicles. the main engine module will be removed, and engines will be inspected for any of the following: (1) exhaust gas leakage; (2) damage to the manifold; (3) improper manifold installation; (4) any damage to or degradation of insulation or electrical wiring; or (5) damage to any other engine components. transit owners should not operate these vehicles until all engine compartments have been inspected.

Notes:

System: fuel. vehicle description: dual fuel (gasoline and compressed natural gas) transit buses equipped with general motors 427 engines. owner notification: owner notification will begin immediately. note: owners who require assistance and support from tmi should contact orion bus industries at 1-315-768-8101. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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