Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: School And Transit Buses Equipped With Bendix Abs Anti-Lock Braking System. The Primary And Secondary Brake Treadle Valve Air Lines Were Installed Incorrectly At The Bendix R12Dc Relay Valve.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
COMMERCIAL
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
00V051000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
With The Brake System Installed Incorrectly, Future Maintenance Might Be Affected By This Inconsistency, Causing The Brakes To Be Installed Incorrect, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Correct The Air Line Plumbing At The Bendix R12Dc Relay Valve.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
19980319
End Of Manufacture
20000203
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3113
Date Owners Notified
20000308
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20000222
Make Campaign Number
400DR