Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: School And Transit Buses Equipped With A Combination Spicer J230 Rear Axle, Spring Suspension, And Crewson Brunner Automatic Slack Adjusters. The Crewson Brunner Slack Adjuster Contacts A U-Bolt Mounting Bracket When A Combination Of The Listed Components Are Installed. The Combination Does Not Allow For Full Extension Of The Slack Adjuster When Brakes Are Applied.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
COMMERCIAL
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
01V060000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters
Effect Of Defect
This Can Cause A Potential For Reduced Braking Effort, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install Modified U-Bolt Brackets That Will Provide The Needed Clearance. Owner Notification Began March 15, 2001. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact Blue Bird At 1-912-825-2021.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
20000128
End Of Manufacture
20001002
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
460
Date Owners Notified
20010315
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20010223
Make Campaign Number
R01EM