Vicinity Motor Corporation (Vicinity) is recalling certain 2017 Vi33 transit buses. Inadequate clearance may allow the CNG tanks to contact the supporting mounting structure and/or safety cables, damaging the tanks.
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Identifiers in this source record
2017 VICINITY VI33Manufacturer campaign: CA-000-051Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.
Read the vehicles identification guideWhy this notice was issued
A damaged tank can leak natural gas, increasing the risk of a fire.
Official action
As an interim repair, dealers will inspect and adjust the mounting structure. If the vehicle's mounting structure cannot be adjusted, owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the supporting member is replaced. When the final repair is available, dealers will inspect and secure the safety cables, install protective material on the tank, and replace the mounting structure and CNG tanks as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 18, 2024. Owners may contact Vicinity customer service at 1-604-607-4000. Vicinity's number for this recall is CA-000-051.
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Read the full official instructionsProduct & source details
- Product
- 2017 VICINITY VI33
- Brand or manufacturer
- VICINITY
- Source
- NHTSA
- Notice type
- Recall
- Source reference
- 24V059000
- Category
- Vehicles & road safety