Blue Bird Body Company | NHTSA Recall #08V259000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V259000 by Blue Bird Body Company. Includes 33 affected units, TIE ROD ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT/TRW/MAC, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Blue bird is recalling 33 my 2006-2007 express 4500 motor coaches equipped with mac tie rod assemblies that did not meet design specification. as a result, the left and/or right tie rod assembly may fracture at high mileage.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the left and right hand tie rod assemblies with a redesigned tie rod assembly free of charge. the recall began on july 11, 2008. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V259000

Manufacturer: Blue Bird Body Company

Report Received Date: 2008-06-10T00:00:00

Subject: Tie rod assembly replacement/trw/mac

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 33

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R08ND

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Blue bird is recalling 33 my 2006-2007 express 4500 motor coaches equipped with mac tie rod assemblies that did not meet design specification. as a result, the left and/or right tie rod assembly may fracture at high mileage.

Consequence Summary: A fracture tie rod may separate without prior warning causing unexpected loss of vehicle steering. in some maneuvers this could cause a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the left and right hand tie rod assemblies with a redesigned tie rod assembly free of charge. the recall began on july 11, 2008. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-zvd8~uhkf-gkhn

NHTSA ID: 08V259000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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