Door panels/teeter lever assembly
Defect Summary
Daimler buses is recalling certain model year 2008 orion vii transit buses manufactured from june 13-16, 2008, and equipped with teeter lever assemblies. there is insufficient engagement between the teeter lever base and the cam plate.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the teeter lever assembly will cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. a passenger leaning on or forced against the door could fall through the door and sustain injuries.
Corrective Action
Daimler buses is working with vapor bus to repair the affected buses free of charge. the safety recall began on april 29, 2011. owners may contact daimler buses at 1-800-716-7566.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Daimler Buses North America or involving Latches/locks/linkages.
FAQ: Recall 11V214000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V214000?
NHTSA recall 11V214000 was issued by Daimler Buses North America on April 1, 2011. It addresses: Door panels/teeter lever assembly. The recall affects approximately 2 vehicles, with the defect involving the Latches/locks/linkages component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Buses North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V214000 or the manufacturer campaign number VBI # 2011-01. 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.