NHTSA Recall 03V063000: Hoses/lines/piping/fittings (engine and engine cooling)
ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 416 vehicles. It affects 2002 Orion VI.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V063000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | ORB-03-01 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 24, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 1, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 50 engine configurations, a hydraulic motor used to drive the engine cooling fan motor has two hoses connected to it, including a high pressure input hose. The high pressure hose is constructed with reusable or crimp ends. The hydraulic motor is located at the rear of the bus, inside the engine compartment. The end of the hose that is connected to the fan motor has disconnected from the hose connector.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hydraulic hose assembly. Owner notification began april 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 1-905-403-1111.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V063000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Orion VI | 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.