Defect Description For Recall
Certain Motor Coaches, Motor Homes, Commuter Coaches, And Transit Buses Equipped With ARVIn-Meritor Dx 225 Air Disc Brakes, Are Experiencing Excessive Smoke In The Wheel Area Due To Overheating Of The Air Disc Brake Pads.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
EXPRESS 4000
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
04V388000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Disc
Effect Of Defect
A Potential Fire In The Wheel May Occur Which May Result In Property Damage Or Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
ARVIn-Meritor Will Inspect The Brake Assemblies To Ensure Proper Set-Up And Operation. This Recall Began August 10, 2004. Owners Should Contact Blue Bird At 478-822-2242.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
20030731
End Of Manufacture
20040625
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
156
Date Owners Notified
20040810
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20040804
Make Campaign Number
R04HW