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1998 BLUE BIRD TC2000

97488E3 license plate is registered to a 1998 BLUE BIRD TC2000 in California state. This BLUE BIRD TC2000 is a and is manufactured by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY.
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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 8100.0
DisplacementCI 494.29232716733
DisplacementL 8.1
EngineCylinders 6
EngineManufacturer JD
EngineModel 8.1 G
ErrorCode 0
ErrorText 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
FuelTypePrimary Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
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 1998
MotorcycleChassisType Not Applicable
MotorcycleSuspensionType Not Applicable
NCSABodyType School Bus
NCSAMake Bluebird
NCSAModel Bus: Rear engine, Flat front
PlantCity FORT VALLEY
PlantCompanyName Fort Valley
PlantCountry UNITED STATES (USA)
PlantState GEORGIA
Series 3904-4100
TrailerBodyType Not Applicable
TrailerType Not Applicable
Trim Rear Engine
VehicleDescriptor 1BAANBMA*WF
VehicleType BUS
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BLUE BIRD TC2000 1998
1. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
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 18891
Date Owner Notified By MFR 0
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20050222
Record Creation Date 20050228
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary CERTAIN 1998 THROUGH 2002 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN, TC2000 SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES, AND COMMERCIAL SERIES BUSES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ISB DIESEL ENGINES. THE FUEL PUMP COULD FAIL TO TRANSFER FUEL APPROPRIATELY CREATING AN ENGINE STALL CONDITION.
Consequence Summary SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE, A POSSIBLE VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Corrective Summary CUSTOMERS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY CUMMINS TO BRING THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TO HAVE THE FUEL LIFT PUMP REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT CUMMINS AT 1-800-DIESELS.
Recall Notes CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
2. 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).
3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : ALTERNATOR / GENERATOR / REGULATOR
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19980305
End Date Of Manufacturing 19990603
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 4302
Date Owner Notified By MFR 0
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20030328
Record Creation Date 20030319
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary 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.
Consequence Summary IN THIS EVENT, THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS MAY BE DAMAGED AND THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE MAY EXIST.
Corrective Summary CUMMINS WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE UPPER AND LOWER ALTERNATOR SUPPORT BRACKETS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CUMMINS AT 1-800-343-7357 OR 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).
4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : WIRING
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19950601
End Date Of Manufacturing 20010531
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 5631
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20010730
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20010611
Record Creation Date 20010614
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE 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.
Consequence Summary THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN POWER FAILURE AND/OR RISK OF FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND INSPECT THE 12-VOLT POWER CABLE(S) FROM THE BATTERY TO THE STARTER AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE THE CABLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 30, 2001. 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.
Recall Notes BLUE BIRD RECALL NO. R01FF.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
5. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : ANTILOCK
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19980101
End Date Of Manufacturing 20000824
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 10918
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20000905
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20000908
Record Creation Date 20000926
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES BUILT WITH BENDIX AIR ABS WITH AN EC-17 1030R ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), THERE HAVE BEEN REPORTS OF UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS CAUSED BY 1) CHAFED ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WIRES ON ROTATING PARTS OR 2) A DAMAGED COMPONENT AT THE WHEEL END THAT GENERATES A CERTAIN TYPE OF ERRATIC SENSOR SIGNAL.
Consequence Summary THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE ABS ECU TO EXHAUST THE AIR AT THE AIR BRAKE MODULATORS FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE WHEELS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCES AND A POSSIBLE CRASH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 5,2000.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 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
6. 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).
7. SERVICE BRAKES, AIR : CONTROLS : FOOT CONTROL
Component Description SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS:FOOT CONTROL
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19971015
End Date Of Manufacturing 20000531
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 9687
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20000614
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20000612
Record Creation Date 20000616
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES 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.
Consequence Summary 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.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DIAPHRAGMS WITH HOLES WITH SOLID DIAPHRAGMS FOR THE QR1C VALVES.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 14, 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 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
8. 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 19980319
End Date Of Manufacturing 20000203
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 3113
Date Owner Notified By MFR 20000308
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 20000222
Record Creation Date 20000228
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ABS ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM. THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY BRAKE TREADLE VALVE AIR LINES WERE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY AT THE BENDIX R12DC RELAY VALVE.
Consequence Summary WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM INSTALLED INCORRECTLY, FUTURE MAINTENANCE MIGHT BE AFFECTED BY THIS INCONSISTENCY, CAUSING THE BRAKES TO BE INSTALLED INCORRECT, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL CORRECT THE AIR LINE PLUMBING AT THE BENDIX R12DC RELAY VALVE.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 8, 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 1-912-825-2021. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
9. SUSPENSION : FRONT
Component Description SUSPENSION:FRONT
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19980929
End Date Of Manufacturing 19991117
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 257
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19991215
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19991123
Record Creation Date 19991129
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES. THERE IS A SHIMMY IN THE FRONT END OF THE BUS.
Consequence Summary THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
Corrective Summary OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN AXLE DAMPER KIT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 15, 1999.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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : WIRING
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19980226
End Date Of Manufacturing 19991026
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2710
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19991217
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19991026
Record Creation Date 19991029
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ISB ENGINES. ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ROUTED PROPERLY FROM THE ALTERNATOR OUTPUT TO THE STARTING MOTOR.
Consequence Summary IF THE CABLES ARE NOT ROUTED PROPERLY, THE CABLE INSULATION COULD BE ABRADED BY CONTACT WITH OTHER CHASSIS COMPONENTS, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL SHORT.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL ADD LOOM AND REROUTE THE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLE FROM THE ALTERNATOR OUTPUT TO STARING MOTOR. ANY CABLES FOUND WITH ABRASIONS WILL BE REPLACED.
Recall Notes BLUE BIRD RECALL NO. R99DF.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 17, 1999.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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
11. SEATS
Component Description SEATS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19970402
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).
12. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : WIRING : FRONT UNDERHOOD
Component Description ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19980226
End Date Of Manufacturing 19981127
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 2740
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19981217
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19981214
Record Creation Date 19981214
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT FORWARD AND REAR ENGINE BUSES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS ISB AND 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. THE SHORT CAUSES THE FUSIBLE LINK TO FAIL.
Consequence Summary WHEN THE FUSIBLE LINK FAILS, INSULATION ON THE FUSIBLE LINK CAN IGNITE, CREATING A FIRE RISK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Corrective Summary OWNERS WILL BE ADVISED TO REPLACE THE ORIGINAL GRID HEATER POWER SUPPLY HARNESS WITH FUSIBLE LINKS WITH A NEW GRID HEATER POWER SUPPLY HARNESS EQUIPPED WITH FUSES. IN ADDITION, A CLAMP WILL BE ADDED TO SUPPORT THE HARNESS AWAY FROM THE ENGINE COMPONENTS.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DECEMBER 17, 1998. 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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
13. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER : DELIVERY : HOSES, LINES / PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Component Description FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19961009
End Date Of Manufacturing 19970821
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 64
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19980611
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) ODI
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19980521
Record Creation Date 19980527
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE 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.
Consequence Summary THESE HOSES CAN FRACTURE ALLOWING CNG FUEL LEAKAGE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE HOSES WITH CONDUCTIVE THERMOPLASTIC HOSES.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATIONBEGAN JUNE 11, 1998.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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
14. INTERIOR LIGHTING
Component Description INTERIOR LIGHTING
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Begin Date Of Manufacturing 19970906
End Date Of Manufacturing 19980209
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report 0
Potential Number Of Units Affected 151
Date Owner Notified By MFR 19980312
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI) MFR
Mfg Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date 19980302
Record Creation Date 19980312
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES. THE PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR LIGHT CAN ILLUMINATE WITHOUT THE PARKING BRAKE BEING SET.
Consequence Summary A 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.
Corrective Summary DEALERS WILL ADD A DIODE TO THE STOP LIGHT CIRCUIT TO PREVENT ILLUMINATION OF THE PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR UNLESS THE PARKING BRAKE HAS BEEN SET.
Recall Notes OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 12, 1998.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 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
15. 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.
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