Vehicle recall 04V425000 · August 30, 2004
2004 Orion VII
On certain buses, the assembly of the walking beam connection to the rear suspension exhibits loose or breaking of bolts due to misaligned spacers.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain buses, the assembly of the walking beam connection to the rear suspension exhibits loose or breaking of bolts due to misaligned spacers.
- Consequence
- The bolts attaching the rear axle to the walking beam suspension can break. The axle moves upward causing the tire to contact the wheelwell. Partial rear wheel axle alignment is lost. The vehicle exhibits a braking effect on the rear wheel.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the spacer with one that will provide proper alignment where needed and confirm torque. The recall began July 14, 2005. Owners should contact orion at 1-905-403-7832.
- 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).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V425000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 30, 2004
- Filed by
- ORION BUS INDUSTRIES LTD.
- Owner notification
- July 14, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 155
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-powered axle assembly
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