Recall 13V398 covers 526 2011-2013 Oreion Reeper low-speed vehicles for speed-limiter, rear-reflector, and GVWR-label defects. Free repair at any franchised Oreion dealer.
Oreion recalled 526 2011-2013 Reeper low-speed vehicles because they can exceed the 25 mph limit, lack required rear red reflectors, and carry an incorrect GVWR on the certification label. Those defects increase crash risk, and the Oreion dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2011-2013 Oreion Reeper is a low speed vehicle, so its speed control setup is supposed to keep the vehicle within the low speed vehicle limit. The rear red reflectors are supposed to make the back of the vehicle visible to other road users, and the certification label is supposed to show the correct gross vehicle weight rating.
On affected Reeper vehicles, the vehicle can exceed the maximum permitted speed of 25 mph. The recall also covers missing red rear reflectors and an incorrect GVWR on the certification label. Together, those issues mean the vehicle does not match the required low speed vehicle equipment and certification rules.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner would not be expected to feel a change in braking, steering, or pedal response from missing reflectors or an incorrect label. The speed issue can show up only when the vehicle is driven fast enough to exceed the low speed vehicle limit.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2011, 2012, and 2013 model years, with exterior lighting, certification label, and speed-control components listed for each year.
| 2013 Oreion Reeper | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2013 Oreion Reeper | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Oreion Reeper | Vehicle speed control |
| 2011 Oreion Reeper | Exterior lighting |
| 2011 Oreion Reeper | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2011 Oreion Reeper | Vehicle speed control |
| 2012 Oreion Reeper | Exterior lighting |
| 2012 Oreion Reeper | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Oreion Reeper | Vehicle speed control |
| Units affected | 526 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Ungoverned speed, missing rear reflectors, and an incorrect GVWR each raise crash risk. Drive cautiously, avoid loading the vehicle beyond the corrected certification label, and schedule the dealer repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Oreion dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2013 Oreion Reeper is included in this recall.
- Call Oreion customer service at 1-505-916-1206 if you did not receive the owner notice or need repair instructions.
- Reference recall number 13V398 when you call or speak with the dealer.
- Schedule the free speed-limiter installation that keeps the low-speed vehicle from exceeding 25 mph.
- Install the mailed rear reflectors and certification labels, or ask the dealer to confirm they are installed correctly.
- Drive cautiously until the speed limiter, rear reflectors, and corrected label are in place.
What happens at the repair
Oreion's source remedy says the recall began during October 2013. At the dealer, an Oreion technician installs a revised speed limiter to keep the low speed vehicle within the required speed range. Oreion also mails owners the red rear reflectors and corrected certification labels needed for the compliance repair. The dealer repair will be free once available, and parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| September 3, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 28, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V398?
Recall 13V398 covers 526 2011-2013 Oreion Reeper low speed vehicles that exceed 25 mph, lack required rear red reflectors, and have an incorrect GVWR certification label. Oreion mails reflectors and new labels, and dealers install a revised speed limiter for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2013 Oreion Reeper is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V398. If it is, contact an Oreion dealer to schedule the revised speed limiter installation. Use recall number 13V398 when you call. Oreion can also be reached at 1-505-916-1206.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Oreion dealers install the revised speed limiter free of charge, and Oreion mails the rear reflectors and corrected certification labels.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is crash risk. A Reeper that exceeds the 25 mph low speed vehicle limit, lacks rear red reflectors, or carries the wrong GVWR label gives drivers and nearby traffic less reliable safety information.
When were owners notified about recall 13V398?
Oreion began the recall during October 2013. Owners were mailed rear reflectors and corrected certification labels, and dealers handle the revised speed limiter installation. If you never received the recall materials, check your VIN and call Oreion at 1-505-916-1206.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V398000 |
|---|---|
| Oreion customer service | 1-505-916-1206 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V398 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V398000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →