Defect Description For Recall
Blue Bird Is Recalling 33 My 2006-2007 Express 4500 Motor Coaches Equipped With Mac Tie Rod Assemblies That Did Not Meet Design Specification. As A Result, The Left And/Or Right Tie Rod Assembly May Fracture At High Mileage.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
EXPRESS 4500
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
08V259000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Fracture Tie Rod May Separate Without Prior Warning Causing Unexpected Loss Of Vehicle Steering. In Some Maneuvers This Could Cause A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Left And Right Hand Tie Rod Assemblies With A Redesigned Tie Rod Assembly Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On July 11, 2008. Owners May Contact Blue Bird At 478-822-2242.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
20050805
End Of Manufacture
20070525
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
33
Date Owners Notified
20080711
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20080610
Make Campaign Number
R08ND