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1994 BLUE BIRD TC2000

6JOT667 license plate is registered to a 1994 BLUE BIRD TC2000 in California state. This BLUE BIRD TC2000 is a Rear Engine School Bus and is manufactured by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY.
Body Class Rear Engine School Bus
Vehicle Type BUS
Manufacturer BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
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BedType Not Applicable
BodyCabType Not Applicable
BodyClass Bus - School Bus
BrakeSystemType Air
CustomMotorcycleType Not Applicable
DestinationMarket U.S.
DisplacementCC 8300.0
DisplacementCI 506.49707598627
DisplacementL 8.3
EngineConfiguration In-Line
EngineCylinders 6
EngineManufacturer Cummins
EngineModel Cummins 8.3TA
ErrorCode 0
ErrorText 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
FuelTypePrimary Diesel
GVWR Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)
GVWR To Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)
Make BLUE BIRD
MakeID 505
Manufacturer BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
ManufacturerId 1044
Model TC2000
ModelID 26949
ModelYear 1994
MotorcycleChassisType Not Applicable
MotorcycleSuspensionType Not Applicable
NCSABodyType School Bus
NCSAMake Bluebird
NCSAModel Bus: Rear engine, Flat front
OtherEngineInfo Turbocharged-Aftercooled Diesel Engine
PlantCity FORT VALLEY
PlantCompanyName Fort Valley
PlantCountry UNITED STATES (USA)
PlantState GEORGIA
Series 3109-3400
Series2 Rear Engine
TrailerBodyType Not Applicable
TrailerType Not Applicable
Turbo Yes
VehicleType BUS
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BLUE BIRD TC2000 1994
1. STRUCTURE : BODY
Component Description STRUCTURE:BODY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19900831
End Date Of Manufacturing 19990712
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 8088
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20031120
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20031008
Record Creation Date 20031023
Regulation Part Number 571
Defect Summary CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 221, "SCHOOL BUS BODY JOINT STRENGTH." ONE OR MORE OF THE BOLTS ATTACHING THE DRIVER'S PLATFORM TO THE FLOOR STRUCTURE WAS OMITTED.
Consequence Summary THE REAR OF THE DRIVER'S PLATFORM MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RETAINED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH WHICH COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO PASSENGERS.
Corrective Summary BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND INSPECT AND REPAIR THE AFFECTED UNITS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 20, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 478-822-2242.
Recall Notes ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
2. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER : STORAGE : TANK ASSEMBLY : PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 0
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 134
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20001012
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20001012
Record Creation Date 20001026
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS ENGINES (CNG). THE ORIGINAL PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES MAY VENT UNEXPECTEDLY.
Consequence Summary COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 12, 2000.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
3. STRUCTURE : BODY
Component Description STRUCTURE:BODY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19931101
End Date Of Manufacturing 19991206
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 25839
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20001218
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) OVSC
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20000817
Record Creation Date 20000811
Regulation Part Number 571
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES. THESE BUSES FAIL TO MEET THE 60 PERCENT JOINT STRENGTH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 221, "SCHOOL BUS BODY JOINT STRENGTH."
Consequence Summary IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE ROOF MAY NOT BE SUPPORTED SUFFICIENTLY, CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY TO BUS OCCUPANTS.
Corrective Summary OWNERS WILL BE CONTACTED AND ADVISED TO INSPECT EACH ROOF JOINT. OWNERS WILL INSTALL REPAIR RIVETS IN EACH JOINT FOUND TO HAVE INSUFFICIENT QUANTITY OF RIVETS IN EACH EXAMINED 8 INCH SECTION.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 18, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-822-2242.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
4. SEATS
Component Description SEATS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19870901
End Date Of Manufacturing 19990104
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 41260
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19990729
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) OVSC
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19990615
Record Creation Date 19990201
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES. THE WALL SIDE ATTACHING BOLTS FOR SOME OF THE PASSENGER SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN 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.
Consequence Summary IN THE EVENT OF A FRONTAL CRASH, THE REAR ATTACHING BOLT OF THESE SEATS COULD PULL OUT OF THE SEAT LEDGE INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Corrective Summary BLUE BIRD WILL FURNISH TO DISTRIBUTORS AND OWNERS, PARTS AND INSTRUCTIONS NECESSARY TO STRENGTHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT ATTACHMENT AT THE WALL SIDE.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 28 AND JULY 29, 1999. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE PARTS AND INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
5. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE : STORAGE : TANK ASSEMBLY
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19880105
End Date Of Manufacturing 19980406
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 16338
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19980310
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) OVSC
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19971107
Record Creation Date 19971120
Regulation Part Number 571
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FRONT AND REAR ENGINE SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH 60 GALLON SIDE MOUNTED FUEL TANK BARRIERS. THESE BUSES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY."
Consequence Summary IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE FUEL TANK COULD BE DAMAGED, LEAKING FUEL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Corrective Summary BLUE BIRD WILL SHIP INSTRUCTIONS AND MODIFICATION KITS TO THE OWNERS OF THESE BUSES.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN MARCH 10, 1998.OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE MODIFICATION KITS AND INSTRUCTIONS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
6. SEATS
Component Description SEATS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19930901
End Date Of Manufacturing 19960401
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 11371
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19960715
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19960711
Record Creation Date 19960725
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH BOSTROM DRIVER'S SEAT MODEL F222 OR BOSTRUM "ROUTEMASTER" SEAT. BLUE BIRD OPTION 2821 OR 2824. THE SEAT PEDESTALS ARE FATIGUE CRACKING ADJACENT TO THE WELD WHICH SECURES THE PEDESTAL'S UPPER PLATE TO THE UPPER, TELESCOPING PORTION OF THE ADJUSTABLE COLUMN SUPPORT.
Consequence Summary THE UPPER MOUNTING PLATE AND SEAT UPPER GRADUALLY BECOMES LOOSE RESULTING IN THE UPPER PLATE DETACHING FROM THE SUPPORTING COLUMN AND THE SEAT CAN FALL FROM ITS MOUNTING. THIS CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY TO THE DRIVER.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPAIR THESE PEDESTALS WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED PEDESTAL BRACKET KIT.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 15, 1996.OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-9608. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
7. STRUCTURE : BODY
Component Description STRUCTURE:BODY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19880423
End Date Of Manufacturing 19960422
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 18000
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19960821
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19960503
Record Creation Date 19960508
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary PASSENGER'S CLOTHING CAN UNKNOWINGLY BECOME CAUGHT IN THE FORWARD HANDRAILS AT BUS DOORS WHEN EXITING THE BUS.
Consequence Summary WHEN A PASSENGER'S CLOTHING BECOMES CAUGHT IN THE HANDRAIL, AND THE BUS DRIVER CLOSES THE DOOR AND PUTS THE VEHICLE IN MOTION, THE INDIVIDUAL IS SUBJECT TO BEING DRAGGED BY THE BUS. THIS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Corrective Summary OWNERS WILL BE DIRECTED TO REMOVE ALL FORWARD HANDRAILS. PROVISIONS WILL BE MADE FOR THOSE OWNERS OPERATING IN STATES WHICH MANDATE A FORWARD HANDRAIL THAT A REPLACEMENT HANDRAIL WILL BE PROVIDED.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; HANDRAILS AT BUS ENTRYWAYS. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH FORWARD HANDRAILS. NOTE: OWNER WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
8. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : DRUM : CHAMBER
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:CHAMBER
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19930101
End Date Of Manufacturing 19950101
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 108
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19960715
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19960419
Record Creation Date 19960422
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary AIR SUSPENSION TORQUE ARM CAN COME IN CONTACT WITH THE AIR BRAKE CHAMBER MOUNTING BRACKET RESULTING IN BROKEN S-CAM MOUNTING BRACKET.
Consequence Summary THIS CAN RESULT IN THE LOSS OF BRAKE LINING CONTACTON THE REAR WHEEL INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL MODIFY VEHICLES TO INCORPORATE AN AXLE SEAT SPACER AND REPLACE THE CAM SHAFT AND CAM SHAFT BRACKET WITH A LONGER CAM SHAFT AND CAM SHAFT BRACKET ON BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT REAR BRAKE ASSEMBLIES TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT CLEARANCE.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: BRAKES; AIR; DRUM AND SHOE SYSTEMS; CHAMBER; BRAKE. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH OPTION 4561 AIR SUSPENSION. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
9. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : SUPPLY : HOSES, LINES / PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19931001
End Date Of Manufacturing 19931201
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 4
Date Owner Notified By MFR 0
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19950519
Record Creation Date 19950927
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary AIR SYSTEM BLOCKAGE IN THE AIR DRYER OCCURS DEGRADING THE MOISTURE REMOVING CAPABILITIES OF THE DRYER WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN A COLD ENVIRONMENT AND MOISTURE ACCUMULATES AND FREEZES IN THE AIR DRYER OR IN THE LINE BETWEEN THE DRYER AND THE AIR SYSTEM RESERVOIR. THE AIR DRYER CAN BECOME OVERPRESSURIZED CAUSING THE AIR DRYER CARTRIDGE TO SEPARATE FROM THE MOUNTING BASE.
Consequence Summary IF THE AIR DRYER SEPARATES FROM THE BASE, THE CARTRIDGECAN SEPARATE SUFFICIENTLY ENOUGH TO CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL EQUIP AIR SYSTEMS WITH A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE TO BE LOCATED BETWEEN THE COMPRESSOR AND THE AIR DRYER. THIS PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS INTENDED TO VENT IF EXCESSIVE PRESSURE DEVELOPS IN THE AIR DRYER.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: BRAKES; AIR DRYER. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH ROCKWELL WABCO SYSTEM SAVER"1000" OR SYSTEM SAVER "TWIN" AIR DRYER. NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
10. STRUCTURE : BODY
Component Description STRUCTURE:BODY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 0
End Date Of Manufacturing 0
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2557
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19950912
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19950807
Record Creation Date 19950821
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary THE FLOOR LINE HANDRAIL BRACKET CAN EXPAND DURING USE AND CREATE AN OPENING WHICH COULD ENTRAP COAT STRINGS, ETC. AND OTHER ARTICLES OF CLOTHING.
Consequence Summary WHEN A PASSENGER'S CLOTHING BECOMES CAUGHT IN THE HANDRAIL, AND THE BUS DRIVER CLOSES THE DOOR AND PUTS THE VEHICLE IN MOTION,THE INDIVIDUAL COULD BE DRAGGED BY THE BUS. THIS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FLAT SPLIT FLOOR LINE BRACKET WITH A ROUND TUBULAR BRACKET.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; OTHER PIECES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FORWARD AND REAR ENGINE TRANSIT AND SCHOOL BUSES; CONVENTIONAL AND WIDE BODY CHASSIS.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLETIME, SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
11. STRUCTURE : FRAME AND MEMBERS
Component Description STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19880101
End Date Of Manufacturing 19950601
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 416
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19950719
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19950726
Record Creation Date 19950727
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary THESE UNITS ARE EQUIPPED WITH A COUNTER WEIGHT ASSEMBLY MADE UP OF 300 POUNDS OF 1/4" PLATE STEEL WELDED TOGETHER AND BOLTED BETWEEN THE FRAME RAILS IN THE REAR OVERHANG JUST FORWARD OF THE REAR BUMPER. SOME OF THE WELDS HAVE BROKEN DUE TO INSUFFICIENT WELDS, CORROSION, OR ICE EXPANSION.
Consequence Summary THESE PLATES CAN DROP TO THE ROADWAY BECOMING A HAZARD TO FOLLOWING VEHICLES INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A MECHANICAL RETAINING DEVICE WHICH CLAMPS THE PLATES TOGETHER AND FASTENED WITH THREADED FASTENERS. BUS OWNERS WILL HAVE THE OPTION OF REPAIRING THEIR OWN VEHICLES.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: STRUCTURE; FRAME; MEMBERS AND BODY.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: FORWARD ENGINE TRANSIT BUSES WITH 132" WHEELBASE, BODYMODELS 2409 OR 2504, EQUIPPED WITH AIR BRAKES.NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
12. STRUCTURE : BODY
Component Description STRUCTURE:BODY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19800301
End Date Of Manufacturing 19950501
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 27189
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19950630
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19950509
Record Creation Date 19950518
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary PASSENGERS CLOTHING CAN UNKNOWINGLY BECOME CAUGHT IN THE HANDRAILS AT BUS DOORS WHEN EXITING THE BUS.
Consequence Summary WHEN A PASSENGER'S CLOTHING BECOMES CAUGHT IN THE HANDRAIL, AND THE BUS DRIVER CLOSES THE DOOR AND PUTS THE VEHICLE IN MOTION,THE INDIVIDUAL IS SUBJECT TO BEING DRAGGED BY THE BUS. THIS CAN RESULT INSERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SET SCREW TO THE METAL CLAMP WHICH RETAINS THE INTERMEDIATE HANDRAIL. A HIGH IMPACT MOLDED PLASTIC "CLAM SHELL" WILL BE PLACED OVER EACH END OF THE INTERMEDIATE HANDRAIL COMPLETELY COVERING THE CLAMP AND ELIMINATING ALL CATCH-POINTS. THE FLANGE OF THE EXISTING FLOOR LINE BRACKET WILL BE CRIMPED SECURING THE VERTICAL SECTION OF THE PRIMARY TUBLAR HANDRAIL AT THE FLOOR LINE.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; HANDRAILS AT BUS ENTRYWAYS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH TUBULAR HANDRAILS.NOTE: THIS CAMPAIGN SUPERCEDES BLUE BIRD'S RECALL CAMPAIGN 93V-032.000.IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE ONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
13. AIR BAGS : KNEE BOLSTER
Component Description AIR BAGS:KNEE BOLSTER
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19920701
End Date Of Manufacturing 19950101
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2309
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19950503
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19950314
Record Creation Date 19950323
Regulation Part Number 571
Defect Summary THE AISLE SIDE STYROFOAM KNEE PADS ON THE SUBJECT BARRIERS ARE 11" WIDE AND NOT 14.5" AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS NO. 222, "SCHOOL BUS PASSENGER SEATING AND CRASH PROTECTION."
Consequence Summary CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: THIS CONDITION COULD INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INCORRECT PAD WITH THE CORRECT 14.5" KNEE PAD.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: INTERIOR SYSTEMS; SEAT; MATERIAL; FMVSS NO. 222. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES.NOTE: IF YOUR VEHICLE IS PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND THE REMEDY IS NOT PROVIDED FREE OF CHARGE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, PLEASE CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
14. STEERING : LINKAGES
Component Description STEERING:LINKAGES
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19940301
End Date Of Manufacturing 19950101
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2714
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19950323
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19950223
Record Creation Date 19950301
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary QUENCH CRACKS OCCURRED IN THE PITMAN ARM PINCH BOLT DURING THE BOLT MANUFACTURING PROCESS, CAUSING A WEAKNESS IN THESE BOLTS.
Consequence Summary THESE CRACKS CAN CAUSE THE BOLTS TO FRACTURE RESULTING IN A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary BLUE BIRD WILL PROVIDE REPLACEMENT BOLTS FOR ALL AFFECTED UNITS.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: STEERING; LINKAGES; ARM; PITMAN.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRANSIT BUSES.NOTE: IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE REPLACEMENT BOLTS WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393.
15. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : SUPPLY : HOSES, LINES / PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19931101
End Date Of Manufacturing 19940301
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 74
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19940505
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19940510
Record Creation Date 19940601
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary AIR BRAKE SUPPLY LINES ARE REVERSED AT THE BRAKE TREADLE VALVE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE MODULATED SPRING BRAKE FEATURE ON THE REAR AXLE BRAKE TO BE INOPERABLE. IN THE EVENT THE REAR BRAKE SUPPLY RESERVOIR WERE LOST, THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF BRAKES WITHOUT PROPER FUNCTION OF THE MODULATED SPRING BRAKE ACTION OF THE REAR BRAKE AXLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE.
Consequence Summary LOSS OF THE SECONDARY SPRING BRAKE FUNCTION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT IF THE PRIMARY AIR BRAKES FAIL.
Corrective Summary VEHICLE OWNERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO SWAP SUPPLY LINES AT THE TREADLE VALVE TO OBTAIN THE CORRECT PLUMBING, AND WILL BE REIMBURSED FOR LABOR EXPENSES.
Recall Notes SYSTEM: BRAKES; AIR SYSTEMS; LINES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRANSIT BUSES; MODELS TC2000 REAR ENGINE, Q-BUS, AND COMMERCIAL SERIES.NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO AFFECT THE NEEDED CORRECTION TO THE AIR BRAKE SUPPLY LINES, OR ARE NOT REIMBURSED FOR YOUR LABOR EXPENSES, PLEASE CALL BLUE BIRD SERVICE CENTER AT 1-912-825-9608. ALSO, CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT1-800-424-9393.
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