4 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEATS
Posted on: 1996-07-25
Description
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
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 Action
Dealers will repair these pedestals with a newly designed pedestal bracket kit.
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.
DEFECT #2 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 1995-07-27
Description
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
These plates can drop to the roadway becoming a hazard to following vehicles increasing the potential for an accident.
Corrective Action
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.
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.
DEFECT #3 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Posted on: 1994-07-28
Description
The hand throttle cable passes through the accelerator rod assembly at an angle that wears a groove in the rod, which is located under the accelerator pedal. The cable can become wedged in the groove worn into the rod and cause the accelerator to stick in an open position.
Consequence
This can result in loss of control of the bus, and could result in an accident.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a positioning bracket for routing the hand throttle cable through the accelerator rod assembly.
Notes
System: fuel; throttle linkages and control.vehicle description: school and transit buses.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact blue bird service center at 1-912-825-9608. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Posted on: 1994-05-20
Description
The wheelbearing locknut and cotter pin were not installed on the front axle hubs. The can cause a gradual increase in wheel shimmy.
Consequence
This can result in increased difficulty in steering and, if uncorrected, separation of the wheel from the axle.
Corrective Action
Repair kits will be furnished to owners and reimbursement for labor and materials will be made.
Notes
System: suspension; i-beam; solid; front bearing.vehicle description: transit and school buses.note: if you have any questions concerning the repair kit and reimbursement plan for this defect, please contact blue bird service center at 1-912-825-9608.also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.