3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:CHAMBER
Posted on: 1994-01-25
Description
An incorrect size brake chamber may have been installed on the front and/or rear brake assemblies which could affect the brake balance and stopping distance.
Consequence
Brake imbalance may cause loss of vehicle control during brake applications; increased stopping distance or brake application could result in loss of control and an accident.
Corrective Action
Bus owners will be provided with instructions to inspect their vehicles and provide blue bird with certain information. Blue bird will review the information and, where needed, will forward replacement brake chambers along with replacement instructions to the vehicle owners. Brake chamber replacement will be performed by the vehicle owner or a qualified repair facility.
Notes
System: brakes; air; drum and shoe systems; chamber; brake.vehicle description: rear engine buses.note: if your vehicle is provided to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free ofcharge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact blue bird service at 1-912-825-9608. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #2 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Posted on: 1993-12-16
Description
The hydraulic hoses which interconnect with the hydraulic pump, hydraulic radiator fan motor and power steering gear have an undersized wire mesh core which results in an improper hose end crimp. The improper crimp can cause a leak, emptying the power steering hydraulic fluid reservoir, resulting in loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
Complete loss of power steering assist can cause loss ofvehicle control and result in an accident.
Corrective Action
Owners are being asked to inspect hose for the date code 3-1q93 which is embossed on the hose cover every 18 inches. Replacement hoses will be provided. Owners can handle the repair themselves or have a blue bird distributor assist them. Owners will be reimbursed for the labor charges following completion of the recall work.
Notes
System: steering; power assist; hose; fluid.vehicle description: rear engine school buses and transit buses.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact blue bird service center at 1-912-825-9607. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 1993-05-25
Description
The front brake air lines are incorrectly routed through the pressure protection valve at the auxiliary wet tank. This results in lack of air pressure to the front brakes when the air pressure in the auxiliary wet tank drops below 65 p.s.i., resulting in inoperable front brakes.
Consequence
When there is no front brake application, stoppingdistance increases, and there is an increased risk of accident.
Corrective Action
Correctly reroute the brake lines.
Notes
System: brakes.vehicle description: rear engine buses.