Blue Bird Body Company | NHTSA Recall #93V203000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 93V203000 by Blue Bird Body Company. Includes 259 affected units, STEERING:POWER ASSIST:HOSE:FLUID, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 93V203000
Manufacturer: Blue Bird Body Company
Report Received Date: 1993-12-06T00:00:00
Subject: Steering:power assist:hose:fluid
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 259

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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 Summary: 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.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 93V203000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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