BLUE BIRD
CORPORATION (Blue Bird Body Company) |
(478) 822-2242 |
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Production Dates: TO BE DETERMINED |
05V-251 |
Model(s): |
2002 through 2006 MY All American, Conventional, Minibird,
Microbird, Vision, and TC2000 school buses originally sold or currently
registered in states other than the following Connecticut,
Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Minnestota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York,
Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and
the District of Columbia. |
(R05JV) |
Recall Description: In extremely cold
weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the
open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or
close in an improper position, or to not open at all. Should the stop
arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by
passing motorists should the motorist not stop at the correct
location. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify all its
customers of this campaign. For those buses operated in or near any of
the states listed above, Blue Bird is encouraging the bus owners to
obtain the replacement switch. For those buses operated in the warmer
states, Blue Bird will replace the switch upon owner request. For those
customers who request the remedy, Blue Bird will replace the original
switch with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather
and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly
connected. Owners should contact Blue Bird at 478-822-2242. |
Important Note: This action is deemed a
safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety
act. |
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Production Dates: TO BE DETERMINED |
05V-239 |
Model(s): |
2002 through 2006 MY All American, Conventional, Minibird,
Microbird, Vision, and TC2000 school buses originally sold or currently
registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine,
Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnestota, Missouri, New Hampshire,
New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West
Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. |
(R05JV) |
Recall Description: In extremely cold
weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the
open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or
close in an improper position, or to not open at all. Should the stop
arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by
passing motorists should the motorist not stop at the correct
location. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and replace the original switch with a switch pack that is not
sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the
microswitch heater wiring is properly connected free of charge. Owners
should contact Blue Bird at 478-822-2242. |
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Production Dates: 3/24/03 4/25/05 |
05V-204 |
Model(s): 2004 through 2006 Blue Bird
Vision school buses |
(R05JS) |
Recall Description: The hydraulic brake
dash warning light was incorrectly labeled with the Canadian version
which uses symbols rather than words as required by Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems".
The original dash warning light indicator displays an international
symbol on the brake warning light indicator whereas FMVSS 105 requires
the word "brake" to be displayed. The operator may not recognize the
international symbol as warning indicating a problem in the hydraulic
brake system which could result in a vehicle crash should the warning
not be heeded. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will mail replacement
decals with correct nomenclature for the brake dash warning indicator
light. |
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Production Dates: 12/6/04
4/8/05 |
05V-190 |
Model(s): 2006 All American front and
rear engine school buses |
(R05JR) |
Recall Description: The interior side
wall panels fail to conform to the joint strength requirements of
federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint
strength" in the event of a crash, the panels can separate exposing
the passengers to serious injury. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and repair the affected buses free of charge. |
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Production Dates: 8/26/00
3/5/04 |
05V-152 |
Model(s): |
2001 through 2005 All American, Commercial Series, and Q-bus school
and transit buses equipped with John Deere 8.1 CNG engines. |
(R05JP) |
Recall Description: The subject buses
equipped with the John Deere engines may surge inappropriately due to
erractic operation of the air throttle if the engine is taken from full
to zero load. Unexpected engine surge could result in a vehicle crash,
possibly resulting in personal injury. |
Remedy: John Deere will notify Blue
Bird's customers and repair the engines free of charge. Customers are
being instructed to contact John Deere at 1-800-JD-ENGINE. |
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Production Dates: 6/12/03
2/22/05 |
05V-075 |
Model(s): 2004 through 2006 Blue Bird
Vision Conventional school and non school buses |
(R05JN) |
Recall Description: A short can occur in
the crossing arm circuit or the 8-way warning light circuit, causing the
heavy duty transistor w/built in circuit protect to trip resulting in an
inadvertent engine shutdown. A vehicle crash could occur should the
engine shutdown while the bus is in use, possibly resulting in injury or
death. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and repair the buses by relocating the circuits to a separate
circuit protected by a circuit breaker. |
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Production Dates: 12/21/02
2/24/05 |
05V-074 |
Model(s): |
2002 through 2006 Blue Bird All American school and transit buses,
Conventional school buses, and Commercial series transit buses |
(R05JM) |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with Webasto coolant heaters, Model DBW 2010, assembled with
Webasto burner tubes, P/N 303046/26533A. The stainless steel burner tube
is made out of a material that is not to specification and could fail
prematurely. Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could
overheat, possibly resulting in a fire. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and replace the burner tubes free of charge. |
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Production Dates: January 1998
December 2002 |
05V-062 |
Model(s): |
1998 through 2002 Blue Bird All American, TC2000 school and transit
buses, and Commercial Series buses equipped with Cummins ISB diesel
engines |
(R05JL) |
Recall Description: The fuel pump could
fail to transfer fuel appropriately creating an engine stall condition.
Should the engine stall while the vehicle is in use, a possible vehicle
crash could occur. |
Remedy: Customers will be notified by
Cummins to bring their buses to an authorized dealer to have the fuel
lift pump replaced free of charge. For more information, customers
should contact Cummins at 1-800-diesels. |
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Production Dates: March 2004
January 2005 |
05V-036 |
Model(s): |
2003 through 2005 Blue Bird Micro Bird and Conventional school
buses2004 Blue Bird Vision school buses |
(R05JG) |
Recall Description: These buses do not
have the tire load range on both the tire information label and
certification decal as required by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 120, "Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles Other Than
Passenger Cars". Omission of the tire load range may lead to the
installation of tires with load ranges not appropriate for vehicle use.
A failure occurring in tires due to inappropriate load range may result
in loss of control of the vehicle and a crash can occur. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will mail final stage
manufacturer certification decals with the tire load rating indicated to
its customers. |
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Production Dates: 2/17/99
8/13/04 |
04V-426 |
Model(s): |
1999-2005 All American, TC2000, Micro Bird,Vision, Conventional, and
Commercial Series school buses equipped with sure-loc wheelchair
Securement systems. |
(R04JB) |
Recall Description: In the event of a
vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly
resulting in injuries. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and replace the defective part free of charge. |
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Production Dates: 2/11/04
7/23/04 |
04V-399 |
Model(s): |
2005 All American school buses equipped with Cummins 8.3l
and 8.9l ISC and ISL diesel engines P/N 3970750. |
Recall Description: Oil can leak into
the engine compartment from a crack in the cup plug. |
Remedy: Blue Bird has notified the
agency that Cummins Engine will notify Blue Bird customers and handle
the repairs free of charge. Owners should contact Cummins Customer
Assistance Center at 1-800-343-7357. (See Cummins recall 04E-059
Cummins ID No. 0437) |
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Production Dates: 5/24/04
712/04 |
04V-362 |
Model(s): 2005 Blue Bird All American
model school buses |
(R04HV) |
Recall Description: These buses fail to
comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 221, "School Bus
Body Joint Strength". The rivet pattern may be incorrect in
sections of the rear roof sheet joint that attaches to the rear roof
cap. In the event of a crash, these panels could separate, exposing
vehicle occupants to increased risk of injury. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and provide instructions and parts to add additional rivets as
needed. |
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Production Dates: 3/3/03
4/5/04 |
04V-222 |
Model(s): 2004 and 2005 Blue Bird All
American school and transit buses |
(R04HT) |
Recall Description: School and transit
buses equipped with driver's 3-point seat belts with incorrect
fasteners. In the event of a vehicle crash, the fasteners can pull out,
leaving the seat occupant not properly restrained which could result in
serious injuries or death. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers to make an appointment with their Blue Bird distributor to
have the driver's 3-point seat belt upper attaching fasteners replaced
free of charge. |
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Production Dates: 1/10/04
4/20/04 |
04V-213 |
Model(s): |
2005 Blue Bird All American school buses |
(R04HS) |
Recall Description: The inside panels
adjacent to the rear center emergency door (or rear center emergency
window on rear engine models) may not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength". These
buses were manufactured without adhesive between the joints of the
inside panels adjacent to the rear center emergency door (or rear center
emergency window on rear engine models). In the event of a vehicle
crash, these panels may separate, exposing the occupants to an increased
risk of injury. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will remove and
properly adhere the inside rear panels. |
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Production Dates: 6/12/03
9/24/03 |
03V-401 |
Model(s): 2004 Blue Bird Vision
school buses |
R03HE |
Recall Description: The buss bar that
connects the ammeter shunt to the engine intake grid heater mega fuse
was incorrectly installed. The improper installation of the buss bar
creates excessive electrical resistance and potential overheating in the
grid heater power circuit, possibly resulting in a vehicle fire. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify and
provide owners with parts and instructions to repair the buses. |
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Production Dates: 8/3/00
8/26/03 |
03V-364 |
Model(s): |
2001-2004 All American (A3FE, A3RE), TC/2000 (TCFE, TCRE, T2RE)
and Conventional (SBCV, GMCV, BBCV) Model school buses |
R03HB |
Recall Description: On certain school
buses equipped with optional seat belts or seat belt "ready" seats, some
belts were installed with only two (2) bolts rather than the required
three (3) bolts. In the event of a vehicle crash, these seats could
detach from the wall side attachment points, increasing the risk of
injury to the seat occupant. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify and
provide owners with parts and instructions to install the missing
bolt. |
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Production Dates: 8/31/90
8/22/03 |
03V-363 |
Model(s): |
1991-2004 All American (A3RE) and TC/2000 (TCRE, T2RE) rear engine
school buses |
R03GZ |
Recall Description: Certain school buses
fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 221,
"School Bus Body Joint Strength". One or more of the bolts
attaching the drivers platform to the floor structure was omitted. The
rear of the drivers platform may not be properly retained in the event
of a crash, increasing the risk of injury or death to the
passengers. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify its
customers and repair the affected vehicles. |
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Production Dates: 10/1/02
8/16/03 |
03V-362 |
Model(s): 2001-2004 All American
(A3RE) school buses |
R03HC |
Recall Description: The type and
location of the fasteners used to retain the seat belt in the last row
of seats does not conform to Blue Birds engineering specifications. In
the event of a crash, this installation may not adequately retain the
seat belts, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify and
provide owners with parts and instructions to install the correct
fasteners. |
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Production Dates: 6/12/03
9/23/03 |
03V-355 |
Model(s): 2004 Blue Bird Vision
school buses |
R03GX |
Recall Description: The power cables
that run from the starter to the power distributor unit may chaff
against the bottom corner of the front floor panel, resulting in an
electrical short. An electrical short could result in the shut down of
engine parts or result in an underhood fire. |
Remedy: Blue Bird will notify and
provide owners with parts and instructions to install revised mounting
brackets. |
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Production Dates: 3/5/98
6/3/99 |
03V-085 |
Model(s): 1998 and 1999 All
American, Commercial Series, and TC2000 |
Recall Description: On certain school
and transit buses equipped with Cummins ISB 6 cylinder engines, the
lower alternator support brace or mounting hardware can loosen or break
which will allow the alternator to drop onto the engine. In this event,
the electrical wiring harness may be damaged and the possibility of fire
may exist. |
Remedy: Cummins will notify customers
and replace the upper and lower alternator support brackets free of
charge. Should contact Cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or Blue Bird at
478-822-2242 for more information. (Cummins Identification Code
0305) |
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Production Dates: 6/5/02
10/31/02 |
02V-303 |
Model(s): All American 2000 |
(R02GP) |
Recall Description: On certain school
and transit buses equipped with Caterpillar 3126E engines and Felsted
electronic pedal assemblies, an internal return spring on the throttle
position sensor was incorrectly manufactured. The spring, which is too
long, cuts a trace into the printed circuit board causing the sensor to
fail. This will cause the engine to return to idle, increasing the risk
of a crash. |
Remedy: Dealers will replace the
throttle position sensors. Any chafed brake hoses will be replaced.
Customers should contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 for more
information. |
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Production Dates: 12/17/01
10/28/02 |
02V-302 |
Model(s): 2003 and 2004 All
American, Commercial, and TC2000 |
(R02GR) |
Recall Description: On certain front
engine school and transit buses equipped with hydraulic brakes, the rear
hydraulic brake hose could contact the frame rail and abrade, allowing
brake fluid leakage. If this occurs, vehicle braking could be affected,
increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear
brake hose to frame rail clearance and reposition the brake hose clamps
at the axle to ensure adequate clearance. Any chafed brake hoses will be
replaced. Customers should contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 for more
information. |
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Production Dates: 3/9/98
2/25/99 |
02V-233 |
Model(s): Commercial Series and
TC2000 |
(R02GK) |
Recall Description: On certain front
engine school and transit buses equipped with Blue Bird option 40177
Cummins ISB engine, the alternator power cables may not be routed
properly from the alternator output to the starter motor. If the cables
are not routed properly, the cable insulation could be abraded by
contact with other chassis components resulting in a short to
ground. |
Remedy: Dealers will add a loom and
reroute the electrical power cable from alternator output to starting
motor. The alternator power cable will be replaced if abrasions are
found. Customers should contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 for more
information. |
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Production Dates: 6/5/01
7/11/02 |
02V-217 |
Model(s): 2002 and 2003 All
American and Commercial Series |
(R02GE) |
Recall Description: On certain rear
engine school and transit buses equipped with Cummins ISB engines, the
wiring harness to the combustion air intake grid heater could chafe
against engine components. The harness can wear through causing an
electrical short in the grid heater power supply, increasing the risk of
a fire. |
Remedy: Owners will be contacted and
advised to add a bracket to support the harness away from the engine
components. Blue Bird will provide a replacement harness for any
harnesses found abraded and will reimburse the customer for the labor
required to replace the harness. Customers should contact Blue Bird at
1-478-822-2242 for more information. |
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Production Dates: 1/1/02
6/21/02 |
02V-177 |
Model(s): 2002 All American,
Commercial Series, and TC2000 |
(R02GC) |
Recall Description: On certain school
and transit buses equipped with Allison 2000 series transmissions, the
"Range Inhibited" indicator light on the dash was improperly installed
and does not function. The operator will not be alerted that the
transmission operation is being inhibited and that the range shifts
being requested by the operator may not occur, increasing the risk of a
crash. |
Remedy: Distributors and owners will be
instructed to remove the dash and activate the indicator "Range
Inhibited" light according to instructions provided. Customers should
contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 for more information. |
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Production Dates: 5/13/00
6/25/02 |
02V-160 |
Model(s): |
2001 and 2002 All American, Micro Bird, and TC2000 |
(R02GG) |
Recall Description: On certain school
and transit buses equipped with passenger seat belts with retractors,
the cover halves for the retractable portion of the belt can separate
completely and release the seat belt connector. If this occurs, one of
the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector
and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat
occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury. |
Remedy: The seat belt supplier, Amsafe,
will provide a snap on "over-cover" to owners to prevent the seat belt
cover from separating. Customers should contact Blue Bird at
1-478-822-2242 for more information. |
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Production Dates: 7/25/01
3/29/02 |
02V-155 |
Model(s): |
2001 and 2002 Conventional and TC2000 |
(R02FZ) |
Recall Description: Certain school buses
equipped with optional high back seats with 9" split sash, pushout
windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and
Release." The affected units have seats located incorrectly with
respect to the pushout window openings. In the event of an emergency, an
occupant may not be able to properly exit the vehicle. |
Remedy: Dealers will relocate the seats
and pushout windows. |
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Production Dates: 9/9/98 - 10/11/01 |
01V-338 |
Model(s): 1999 through 2001
Q-Bus, Commercial Series, TC2000, and All American |
(R01FL) |
Recall Description: School buses
equipped with Hendrickson rear air suspension. Inadequate tightening of
the 5/8" bolts on the rear air suspension hanger bolts and on rear axle
torque arm axle seat studs can allow movement between the components
which could result in the bolts and studs breaking, increasing the risk
of a crash. |
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Production Dates: 8/2/00 - 7/30/01 |
01V-337 |
Model(s): 2000 through 2001
Conventional |
(R01FN) |
Recall Description: School buses
equipped with option 2836‑02 driver's seat belts. The seat belts are too
long, preventing the belt from retracting properly and fitting the
occupant as designed. |
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Production Dates: 2/14/01 - 10/4/01 |
01V-320 |
Model(s): 2001 through 2002
Q-Bus, Commercial Series, TC2000, and All American |
(R01FK) |
Recall Description: Insufficient torque
on the ArvinMeritor air brake chamber mounting nuts can allow the nuts
to loosen over time. This condition could reduce braking of the vehicle,
possibly resulting in a crash. |
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Production Dates: 6/1/95 - 5/31/01 |
01V-191 |
Model(s): 1996 through 2001 Q-Bus,
TC2000, Commercial Series, and All American |
(R01FF) |
Recall Description: School and transit
buses equipped with rear mounted engines. The 12‑volt power supply
cable(s) may be chaffed by hoses, harnesses, frame components, or
clamps. This condition can result in power failure and/or risk of fire
in the engine compartment. |
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Production Dates: |
01V-060 |
Model(s): 2000-2001 All American,
TC2000, Commercial Series, and Q-Bus |
R01EM |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with a combination Spicer J230 rear axle, spring suspension,
and Crewson Brunner automatic slack adjusters. The Crewson Brunner slack
adjuster contacts a U‑bolt mounting bracket when a combination of the
listed components are installed. The combination does not allow for full
extension of the slack adjuster when brakes are applied. |
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Production Dates: |
01V-044.003 |
Model(s): 1999 All America, TC2000,
Commercial Series, Wanderlodge, and LTC 40 |
R01ET |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with tie rod assemblies manufactured by TRW. The suspect tie
rods contain 24‑DL model ball sockets. Certain of the tie rod
ball‑socket bearings have a below‑specification case depth and/or
hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket. |
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Production Dates: |
00V-279.004 |
Model(s): 1999-2001 All American,
Commercial Series, TC2000 |
R00EJ |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with Meritor WABCO Phase 1, D‑version Antilock Brake System
(ABS), fail to comply to the requirements of FMVSS No. 105, "Hydraulic
and Electric Brake Systems". An internal diagnostic system in the
ABS may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap. Such a
condition could possibly occur during (1) original assembly or (2)
subsequent wheel end service. |
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Production Dates: |
00V-321 |
Model(s): 1992-1994 TC2000 and
All American |
R00EH |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with compressed natural gas engines (CNG). The original
pressure relief devices may vent unexpectedly. |
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Production Dates: 2/10/99 -
9/24/00 |
00V-245 |
Model(s): 1999-2001 All
American |
R00EF |
Recall Description: These buses could
have improperly installed or missing pinch bolts in the steering shaft
assemblies. |
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Production Dates: 2/2/99 - 9/4/00 |
00V-230.001 |
Model(s): 2000-1999 All American,
TC2000, Q-Bus, and Commercial Series |
R00EA |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with electronic engines and Felsted electronic accelerator
pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated music
wire return springs which can break causing the pedal to go full
throttle. |
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Production Dates: 11/1/93 - 12/6/99 |
00V-219 |
Model(s): 1993-1999 TC2000,
Conventional, and Mini Bus |
R00DN |
Recall Description: These buses fail to
meet the 60 percent joint strength requirements of FMVSS No. 221,
"School Bus Body Joint Strength". In the event of a vehicle crash,
the roof may not be supported sufficiently, possibly causing personal
injury to the bus occupants. |
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Production Dates: 5/6/99 - 7/13/00 |
00V-209 |
Model(s): 1999-2000 All
American |
R00DZ |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with Cummins ISC engines. The wiring harness to the combustion
air intake grid heater can chafe against the engine and wear through
causing an electrical short in the grid heater power supply. |
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Production Dates: 10/15/97 - 5/31/00 |
00V-162 |
Model(s): All American, TC2000, Q-Bus,
LTC 40, and Commercial Series |
R00DX |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with Bendix air brakes. Bendix changed the internal design of
the QR1C relay valve by adding a hole in the internal diaphragm. When
the hole in the diaphragm aligns with the hole in the valve body, the
brake application time increases. Under certain conditions, such as
parked on an incline, driver activates the parking brake but removes
foot from the threadle valve, the bus could roll before the parking
brake is fully engaged. |
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Production Dates: 8/26/94 - 4/4/00 |
00V-130 |
Model(s): 1995-2000 Commercial
Series and Transhuttle |
(R00DV) |
Recall Description: These buses are
equipped with transit sliding pushout windows. Potential sticking and/or
binding of the pushout window inner frame within the outer frame results
in opening forces exceeding the requirements of FMVSS No. 217, "Bus
Window Retention and Release". |
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Production Dates: 3/98 - 2/00 |
00V-071 |
Model(s): All American |
(R00DS) |
Recall Description: The Power
Distribution Unit (PDU) cables are inadequately supported and routed in
close proximity to the steering pitman arm. The cable can chafe
resulting in an electrical short. |
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Production Dates: 3/98 - 2/00 |
00V-051 |
Model(s): All American, TC2000, Q-Bus,
and Commercial Series |
(R00DR) |
Recall Description: Buses equipped with
the Bendix ABS anit-lock braking system which the primary and secondary
brake thread valve air lines were installed incorrectly at the Bendix
R12DC relay valve. |
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Production Dates: 9/98 - 11/99 |
99V-332 |
Model(s): TC2000 and Commercial
Series |
(R99DK) |
Recall Description: When the bus hits a
bump or a pothole, a shimmy can occur in the front end possibly causing
the driver to over react and possibly causing a crash. |
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Production Dates: 2/98 - 10/99 |
99V-289 |
Model(s): TC2000 |
(R99DF) |
Recall Description: The alternator power
cables may not have been routed properly which could result in the cable
abrading against the motor mount. |
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Production Dates: 3/99 - 8/99 |
99V-234 |
Model(s): All American |
(R99DE) |
Recall Description: These buses do not
comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 102, "Transmission, Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and
Transmission Braking Effect". The neutral safety switch is wired
incorrectly allowing the starter to engage when the ignition is turned
"ON" followed by the transmission selector being placed in forward or
reverse positions, and then the ignition turned to the "START" position.
As such, the vehicle may be started when the transmission is in gear.
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Production Dates: 2/96-1/9 |
99V-031 |
Model(s): Conventional buses |
(R99CL) |
Recall Description: The battery cables
may not have been routed properly on buses manufactured on chassis
equipped with optional three batteries. Improper routing of the battery
cables placed the positive cable immediately behind the battery hold
down clamp. When the batteries are pushed back into the battery
compartment, the positive cable may be chafed or pinched causing the
positive cable to short out creating a potential risk of fire. |
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Production Dates: 8/97-1/99 |
99V-020 |
Model(s): Micro Bird |
(R99CK) |
Recall Description: School buses
equipped with 30-inch and 34-inch seats and barriers or 36, 39, and
45-inch seats and barriers with offset legs installed in the first body
section behind the driver. When narrow seats and barriers (30" and 34")
or seats and barriers with offset legs are installed, additional floor
reinforcement is added. It was discovered this reinforcement interferes
with and chafes the rubber fuel filler hose. |
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Production Dates: 4/97-1/99 |
99V-018 |
Model(s): |
TC2000, Micro Bird, Mini Bird, GPWB, and Conventional school
buses |
(R99CN) |
Recall Description: The wall side
attaching bolts for some of the passenger seats may have been
inadvertently installed too close to the edge of the seat ledge and in
the wrong attaching hole resulting in weakening of the seat ledge at the
attachment points. In a front crash, the rear attaching bolt of these
seats could pull out of the seat ledge and present a risk of
occupants. |
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Production Dates: 6/93-1/99 |
99V-017 |
Model(s): Conventional school buses
mounted on Navistar chassis |
(R99CM) |
Recall Description: The mirrors on these
buses do not fully comply with FMVSS No. 111 "Review Mirrors". |
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Production Dates: 2/98 - 11/98 |
98V-313 |
Model(s): TC1000, TC2000, Commercial
Series, and Q-Bus |
(R98CH) |
Recall Description: The grid heater
wiring harness may chafe against the engine and wear through causing an
electrical short in the grid heater power supply. |
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Production Dates: 8/97-7/98 |
98V-176 |
Model(s): Micro Bird (B1VC) |
(R98CD) |
Recall Description: On the subject
units, the bolts retaining the fuel tank straps may loosen allowing the
fuel tank to become dislodged. |
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Production Dates: 9/91-6/98 |
98V-153 |
Model(s): All American |
(R98CC) |
Recall Description: On the subject
units, movement of the hand throttle cable in the accelerator bracket
rubs a grove in the accelerator bracket. The hand throttle cable may
become wedged in the grove that was worn into the accelerator bracket
preventing the accelerator from returning to idle position. |
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Production Dates: 6/96-4/98 |
98V-128 |
Model(s): TC1000 & C1 |
Recall Description: Steering axle brake
drums, part No. 61958B, used in the axle assembly combination supplied
solely to Blue Bird by Webb Wheel. The brake drum is oversized in the
area above the mounting flange and prevents the disc wheel from mounting
flat against the brake drum. Prolonged exposure can lead to disc wheel
cracking and subsequent disc wheel failure. |
Note: Webb Wheel is conducting the owner
notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners who take their buses
to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not
receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Webb
Wheel at 1-800-633-3256. |
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Production Dates: 10/96-8/97 |
98V-110 |
Model(s): TC2000 |
(R98CA) |
Recall Description: Rear engine school
buses equipped with option 04888 dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG)
fuel package. The 24" long stainless steel braided fuel hoses can leak
at the hose end fittings. These hoses can fracture allowing CNG fuel
leakage increasing the risk of fire. |
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Production Dates: 5/94-5/98 |
98V-108 |
Model(s): VCTA & Microbird |
(R98BZ) |
Recall Description: These buses were not
equipped with a positive hold open device (retainer) for the rear
emergency door. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS No. 217,
"Bus Window Retention and Release". The emergency door would not
stay open until it was released, increasing the risk of personal injury
in the event of an emergency. |
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Production Dates: 9/97-2/98 |
98V-043 |
Model(s): TC2000 & CSRE |
(R98BX) |
Recall Description: The parking brake
indicator light can illuminate without the parking brake being set. The
driver may see the parking brake indicator light on and leave the bus.
The bus may then roll, increasing the risk of personal injury and/or
property damage. |
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Production Dates: 4/97-2/98 |
98V-037 |
Model(s): SBCV |
(R98BW) |
Recall Description: School buses mounted
on Freightliner FS-65 chassis. Buses equipped with system "B" mirrors do
not fully comply with FMVSS No.111, "Rearview Mirrors". A bus
driver may not be able to see certain portions of the bus increasing the
risk of a crash or personal injury to persons near the bus. |
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