Blue Bird Body Company | NHTSA Recall #02V233000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V233000 by Blue Bird Body Company. Includes 318 affected units, BLUE BIRD/ALTERNATOR CABLE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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. owner notification is expected to begin on or about september 30, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V233000
Manufacturer: Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date: 2002-09-05T00:00:00
Subject: Blue bird/alternator cable
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 318

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R02GK
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: 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.
Corrective Action: 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. owner notification is expected to begin on or about september 30, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-hhfv_z3bf.3vp5
NHTSA ID: 02V233000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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