Defect Description For Recall
A Sudden Hydraulic Pressure Loss During Hard Turns Results In A Momentary Loss Of Power Steering Assist. The Pressure Loss Occurs When The Hydraulically Driven Engine Cooling Fan Turns Off In The Turn.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
AARE
Year
1992
Recall Campaign Number
94V157000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan
Effect Of Defect
The Driver Reacts To The Loss Of Power Steering Assist By Oversteering, Which Could Result In A Vehicle Accident.
Fix Defect
The Hydraulic Control Valves Will Be Replaced With Valves Of A New Design. Until Such Time As Parts Are Available, Owners Will Be Instructed To Disconnect The Fan Cutoff Switch So That Hydraulically Driven Fans Will Run Full Time, Eliminating The Pressure Spike.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
19910501
End Of Manufacture
19940801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1500
Date Owners Notified
19940920
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
19940824