Blue Bird Body Company | NHTSA Recall #11V569000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V569000 by Blue Bird Body Company. Includes 250 affected units, FUEL LEAK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2012 all american rear engine school buses manufactured from april 12, 2006, through june 27, 2011, and equipped with a 60 gallon fuel tank. the tank return line can develop a leak that exceeds the amount of fuel spillage allowed. accordingly, these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

Corrective Action

Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on march 9, 2012. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V569000

Manufacturer: Blue Bird Body Company

Report Received Date: 2011-12-02T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel leak

Component: Fuel System, Diesel

Potentially Affected Units: 250

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R11TR

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2012 all american rear engine school buses manufactured from april 12, 2006, through june 27, 2011, and equipped with a 60 gallon fuel tank. the tank return line can develop a leak that exceeds the amount of fuel spillage allowed. accordingly, these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on march 9, 2012. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V569000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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