Blue Bird Body Company | NHTSA Recall #12V277000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V277000 by Blue Bird Body Company. Includes 13 affected units, TREADLE VALVE PLUNGER, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2013 all american rear engine school buses and one aftermarket brake treadle valve. the affected buses were manufactured from december 9, 2011, through march 9, 2012. the brake valve plunger may fracture during brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. this condition may limit the driver?s ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve. there is also a potential that the brake plunger could become lodged and not allow release of the service brakes.

Corrective Action

All of the affected buses and the one aftermarket treadle valve were sold through a-z bus sales, a blue bird bus dealer. blue bird has reported that all the buses have been repaired. therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V277000

Manufacturer: Blue Bird Body Company

Report Received Date: 2012-06-18T00:00:00

Subject: Treadle valve plunger

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 13

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R12VF

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2013 all american rear engine school buses and one aftermarket brake treadle valve. the affected buses were manufactured from december 9, 2011, through march 9, 2012. the brake valve plunger may fracture during brake application, resulting in reduced brake pedal angle and travel. this condition may limit the driver?s ability to deliver full pressure from the foot brake valve. there is also a potential that the brake plunger could become lodged and not allow release of the service brakes.

Consequence Summary: Either condition could reduce braking ability and/or lead to loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: All of the affected buses and the one aftermarket treadle valve were sold through a-z bus sales, a blue bird bus dealer. blue bird has reported that all the buses have been repaired. therefore, an owner notification notice will not be issued for this campaign. 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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 12V277000

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Created At: 1742808662

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