Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V215000 Reported June 11, 2009

Passenger windows/delamination bonding

Daimler Buses North America · Visibility · 286 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
09V215000
Manufacturer Campaign
09-182
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
286
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 11, 2009

Defect Summary

Orion is recalling 286 model year 2007 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between december 2007 and april 2009. the bond of the glass to the aluminum frame of the passenger windows is not adequate enough to hold the window attached to the frame.

Safety Consequence

The window could dislodge from the bus while in operation, possibly becoming a road hazard to other motorists which could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Orion will notify owners and the moving window portion will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before july 15, 2009. owners may contact hehr international at 1-989-845-3067 or orion at 1-800-716-7466.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Daimler Buses North America dealer and reference recall ID 09V215000 or campaign 09-182.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 09V215000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V215000?

NHTSA recall 09V215000 was issued by Daimler Buses North America on June 11, 2009. It addresses: Passenger windows/delamination bonding. The recall affects approximately 286 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Daimler Buses North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V215000 or the manufacturer campaign number 09-182. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.