Defect Description For Recall
Certain Motor Coaches Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, “Air Brake Systems.” These Buses Were Manufactured Without The Check Valve, Which Protects The Front Service Brake Reservoir.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
EXPRESS 4500
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
04V341000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve
Effect Of Defect
Loss Of Air Pressure Could Result In Longer Stopping Distances Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Add The Required Check Valve To The Front Air Brake Service Reservoir To Insure Compliance With Fmvss No. 121. The Recall Began On July 30, 2004. Owners Should Contact Blue Bird At 478-822-2242.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
20030707
End Of Manufacture
20040625
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
48
Date Owners Notified
20040730
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20040719
Make Campaign Number
R04HU
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121