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1999-2000 Blue Bird All American, Blue Bird Commercial Series and others recall: accelerator pedal

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on August 17, 2000. It covers about 6,914 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,914
reported
Aug 17, 2000
owners notified
Aug 18, 2000

Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal

What is wrong
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with electronic engines and felsted electronic accelerator pedals. The return springs can break on the accelerator pedals that are equipped with stainless steel or electroplated music wire return springs.
Risk
This condition could cause the pedal to go to full throttle if both return springs break, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.

Recall number 00V230001

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 00V230001

Is there a recall on the 1999-2000 Blue Bird All American, Blue Bird Commercial Series and others accelerator pedal?

Yes. Recall 00V230001, reported on August 17, 2000, covers about 6,914 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V230001?

Replacement accelerator pedals equipped with return springs manufactured of music wire with one additional coil on each spring and with an organic coating, eliminating electroplating will be installed.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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