Defect Description For Recall
Blue Bird Corporation Is Recalling Certain Model Year Ultra Lf Transit Buses Manufactured March 14, 2003, Through March 12, 2007. Cracks May Develop In The Bracket Which Secures The Power Steering Gear To The Bus Frame.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
ULTRA LF
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
13V036000
Component Description
Structure
Effect Of Defect
If Left Unchecked, The Cracks May Propagate And Cause A Separation Of The Steering Gear From The Bus Frame. This Would Result In A Loss Of Steering Control, Possibly Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Blue Bird Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Install Reinforcement Plates, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 20, 2013. Owners May Contact Blue Bird At 1-478-825-2021.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
20030314
End Of Manufacture
20070312
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
152
Date Owners Notified
20130320
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20130205
Make Campaign Number
R13WA