Lithium ion energy storage system/possible fire
Defect Summary
Daimler buses is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 orion vii li-ion hybrid transit buses manufactured from july 2008 through august 2011 and model year 2006 orion vii li-ion ess transit buses manufactured from may 2006 through may 2007, contains bae systems (bae) lithium ion energy storage system (ess). over time, particulate debris can accumulate in the hybrid system's li-ion storage system (li-ion ess). accumulated debris in conjunction with moisture can breach the electrical isolation of the high voltage battery pack. a conductive path can be created if the electrical isolation is breached at both ends of the battery.
Safety Consequence
This can result in the unintentional discharge of the battery's stored energy, creating a risk of smoke, melting and charring, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action
Orion will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by bae systems free of charge. the safety recall began november 2011. owners may contact daimler buses north america at 1-905-403-1111.
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FAQ: Recall 11V523000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V523000?
NHTSA recall 11V523000 was issued by Daimler Buses North America on October 28, 2011. It addresses: Lithium ion energy storage system/possible fire. The recall affects approximately 1,300 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Daimler Buses North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V523000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.