1997 Orion II recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign naming the 1997 Orion II. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Mar 27, 2003Crash risk1995–2001 Orion II, 1995–2001 Orion V, 1995–2001 Orion VI — Visibility
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.
03V120000 · 4K units · ORION BUS INDUSTRIES, INC.