1999-2001 Blue Bird All American recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on August 30, 2000. It covers about 1,581 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,581
reported: Aug 30, 2000
owners notified: Sep 6, 2000

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school and transit buses. These buses could have improperly installed or missing pinch bolts in the steering shaft assemblies.
Risk: This can result in disengagement of the steering slip shaft assembly and loss of steering.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with installation instructions and new replacement bolts and locking nuts for the steering shaft assemblies.

Recall number 00V245000

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird All American 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001

Questions about recall 00V245000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Blue Bird All American gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 00V245000, reported on August 30, 2000, covers about 1,581 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V245000?

Owners will be provided with installation instructions and new replacement bolts and locking nuts for the steering shaft assemblies.

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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