Fuel system, other: storageRecall 24V-059 · 2017 Vicinity VI33
Vicinity Motor Corporation recall 24V-059 covers 14 2017 Vicinity VI33 for a fuel system, other: storage problem, reported to NHTSA on January 31, 2024. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 0% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 24V059000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
A damaged tank can leak natural gas, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
0%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.