Vicinity Motor Corporation: 2017 Vi33 and 2022 Vi35 Buses Recalled Due to Fuel Leak Fire Risk

Agency Publication Date: May 30, 2024

Summary

Vicinity Motor Corporation is recalling 28 of its 2017 Vi33 and 2022 Vi35 buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). The low-pressure CNG hoses and fittings on these buses are insufficient and may leak fuel. Owners are advised to remove these vehicles from service immediately until a final repair can be performed by a dealer. Dealers will replace the low-pressure CNG hoses free of charge to bring the vehicles into compliance with federal safety standards.

Risk

A compressed natural gas leak can result in a fire or explosion, significantly increasing the risk of injury to passengers, drivers, and those nearby. Because of the immediate safety risk, owners should not drive or ride in these vehicles until they have been repaired.

What You Should Do

Stop driving this vehicle immediately and park it until the recall repair is completed.
Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking the model and year: this recall includes 2017 Vi33 and 2022 Vi35 buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG).
Verify if your vehicle is included in this recall (Manufacturer Number CA-000-054) by contacting Vicinity Motor Corporation customer service at 1-604-607-4000.
Once the remedy becomes available, schedule a free appointment with an authorized dealer to have the low-pressure CNG hoses and fittings replaced.
For additional information or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Other Action

Vehicle grounding

How to: Owners are advised to remove the vehicles from service until the final remedy becomes available.

Option 2: Free Repair

CNG hose replacement

How to: Dealers will replace the low pressure CNG hoses free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2017 Vicinity Motor Corporation Vi33 CNG Bus

Product: 2022 Vicinity Motor Corporation Vi35 CNG Bus

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 24V385000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Vicinity Motor Corporation

Sold By: Authorized Dealers

Units Affected: 28 vehicles(100% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: Yes — park this vehicle until the recall repair is completed

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Compliance (Federal Standard Violation)

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: CA-000-054

Agency Last Updated: October 16, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response

Summary

What You Should Do

Stop driving this vehicle immediately and park it until the recall repair is completed.

Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking the model and year: this recall includes 2017 Vi33 and 2022 Vi35 buses powered by compressed natural gas (CNG).

Verify if your vehicle is included in this recall (Manufacturer Number CA-000-054) by contacting Vicinity Motor Corporation customer service at 1-604-607-4000.

Once the remedy becomes available, schedule a free appointment with an authorized dealer to have the low-pressure CNG hoses and fittings replaced.

For additional information or to check your VIN, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 24V385000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Vicinity Motor Corporation

Sold By: Authorized Dealers

Units Affected: 28 vehicles(100% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: Yes — park this vehicle until the recall repair is completed

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Compliance (Federal Standard Violation)

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: CA-000-054

Agency Last Updated: October 16, 2025