Defect Description For Recall
The Hydraulic Hoses Which Interconnect With The Hydraulic Pump, Hydraulic Radiator Fan Motor And Power Steering Gear Have An Undersized Wire Mesh Core Which Results In An Improper Hose End Crimp. The Improper Crimp Can Cause A Leak, Emptying The Power Steering Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir, Resulting In Loss Of Power Steering Assist.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
Q-BUS
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
93V203000
Component Description
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And ConneCTIons
Effect Of Defect
Complete Loss Of Power Steering Assist Can Cause Loss Ofvehicle Control And Result In An Accident.
Fix Defect
Owners Are Being Asked To Inspect Hose For The Date Code 3-1Q93 Which Is Embossed On The Hose Cover Every 18 Inches. Replacement Hoses Will Be Provided. Owners Can Handle The Repair Themselves Or Have A Blue Bird Distributor Assist Them. Owners Will Be Reimbursed For The Labor Charges Following Completion Of The Recall Work.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
19930701
End Of Manufacture
19931101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
259
Date Owners Notified
19931215
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
19931206