Vicinity Motors Corp-- Buses
Date: June 10, 2024 10:36AM
NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24V385000
Low Pressure CNG Hoses May Cause Fire/FMVSS 304
A compressed natural gas leak can result in a fire or explosion, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V385000
Manufacturer Vicinity Motor Corporation
Components FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Potential Number of Units Affected 28
Summary
Vicinity Motor Corporation (Vicinity) is recalling certain 2017 Vi33 and 2022 Vi35 buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The low-pressure CNG hoses and fittings are insufficient and may leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 304, "Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Container Integrity."
Remedy
Owners are advised to remove the vehicles from service until the final remedy becomes available. Dealers will replace the low pressure CNG hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 17, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Vicinity customer service at 1-604-607-4000. Vicinity's number for this recall is CA-000-054.