- The problem
- Daimler bus is recalling certain model year 1995 through 2000 transit buses manufactured from january 1996 through december 2000. These buses are configured with a tapped fitting for the hydraulic wheelchair ramp. In the engine compartment connected to the hydraulic pump is a fitting with an adapter for the wheelchair ramp operation. The fitting can crack and cause hydraulic fluid to leak into the engine compartment.
- The risk
- Hydraulic fluids leaking into the engine compartment can be ignited by the hot turbocharger and cause an engine fire.
- The fix
- Bus owners will be instructed on how to repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on 3, december 2010. Owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7566.
Vehicle safety record
2000 Orion VI Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2000 Orion VI with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (3) and the wheels & tires (1). Those complaints describe 3 fires. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2010 for the equipment adaptive / mobility. For comparison, the 1999 has 1 and the 2001 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical VI year, for its age
#319 most complained-about 2000 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2000 Orion VI problems
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2000 Orion VI recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "Bus emergency exits and window retention and release." The handle pull force exceeds the 89n force to release the emergency window. Additional force is required to release the window.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, an occupant may have difficulty opening the emergency exit window, increasing the risk of personal injury or death.
- The fix
- Dealers will repair these windows. Owner notification began june 1, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact orion at 1-800-492-2116.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with vanner 60 series battery equalizers. The equalizer could fail to operate properly and cause malfunction of the battery charging system.
- The risk
- Without fusing, the equalizer may melt, burn, or smoke, possibly resulting in a fire or a smoke filled bus, thus necessitating a passenger evacuation of the bus. The failure mode can cause operator distraction, and/or possible personal injury.
- The fix
- Orion will notify owners to inspect their buses for certain equalizers by the date code. The affected equalizers will be replaced by vanner. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vanner at 1-800-227-6937.
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3 complaints about the 2000 Orion VI
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
A fire originated from the right rear side brake drum destroyed this bus.After reviewing complaint number 10082983 & 10119358. I believe this incident is related to the fire of our bus. I request an investigation because this is a transit bus and the safety of passengers is of concern.
A fire originating from the right rear side brake drum destroyed this bus. After reviwing prior complaint number 10082983, we believe this incident is related to the incident that was the subject of compaint # 10082983. We request an investigation because this is a transit bus and the safety of passengers is of concern.
1) Interuption of service reported by bus operator and fire department requested. 2) Mechanical failure of pneumatic brake chamber causing brakes to drag resulting in sufficient heat to ignite the tire and the surrounding areas of the vehicle. 3) Alternate brake chamber has been researched, tested and implementation started.*Ak
Orion VI: every year compared
All VI years2000 Orion VI vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Orion VI | 3 | 3 | D | |
| 2000 Orion V | 1 | 6 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2000 Orion VI
Does the 2000 Orion VI have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Orion VI: equipment adaptive / mobility (November 2010); glass, side / rear (March 2003); 12v / 24v / 48v battery (January 2001). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Orion VI?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (3), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2000 Orion VI had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 30, 2004 and the latest on May 4, 2005. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 3 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2000 Orion VI a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Orion VI year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Orion VI years have the most complaints?
2000 (3), 1999 (1). See every Orion VI year compared.
What should I do if my 2000 Orion VI has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data