2015 Mercedes-Benz Viale BRT

Introduction

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz Viale BRT is a heavy-duty bus designed for public transportation. It is available with two engine options: a 12.8-liter OM457 diesel engine and a 10.7-liter OM471 diesel engine. Both engines are paired with a Mercedes-Benz GO 230-6 Powershift 6-speed automatic transmission.

Engine

12.8-Liter OM457 Diesel Engine

• No Issues Found

10.7-Liter OM471 Diesel Engine

• No Issues Found

Transmission

GO 230-6 Powershift 6-Speed Automatic Transmission

• No Issues Found

Suspension

• Leaking Rear Air Shocks
  • Description/Symptoms: Air leaks from the rear air shocks, causing the bus to sag in the rear.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty air shocks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Premature Wear of Front Suspension Components
  • Description/Symptoms: The front suspension components, such as ball joints, tie rods, and control arms, wear out prematurely.
  • Solution: Replace the worn suspension components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ per component
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Faulty Battery Isolator Switch
  • Description/Symptoms: The battery isolator switch fails, preventing the bus from starting.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty battery isolator switch.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Electrical System Overloads
  • Description/Symptoms: The electrical system overloads, causing electrical components to fail.
  • Solution: Install a more powerful alternator or upgrade the electrical wiring.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust on Undercarriage
  • Description/Symptoms: The undercarriage of the bus rusts prematurely.
  • Solution: Remove rust and apply a rust-resistant coating.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Loose Interior Panels
  • Description/Symptoms: The interior panels, such as the dashboard and door panels, become loose and rattle.
  • Solution: Retighten or replace the loose interior panels.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Defective Climate Control System
  • Description/Symptoms: The climate control system fails, causing the bus to become uncomfortable to ride in.
  • Solution: Repair or replace the defective climate control components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Overall Summary

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz Viale BRT is a generally reliable bus, but it has some common issues that can be costly to repair, such as premature wear of suspension components and electrical system overloads. The severity and cost of the issues vary, but overall, the bus is a good choice for public transportation due to its durability and comfort.