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2000-2001 Blue Bird Micro Bird recall: child seat

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on October 3, 2001. It covers about 19 vehicles.

vehicles affected
19
reported
Oct 3, 2001
owners notified
Jan 30, 2002

Child seat

What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain 10,000 lb. Gvwr non-school buses with chassis fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 225 "child restraint anchorage systems." these vehicles were manufactured without an upper tether anchorage as required by the standard.
Risk
In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
Remedy
Blue bird is designing an upper tether anchorage point to affix to seat frame. Owner notification began january 30, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1‑912‑822‑2242.

Recall number 01V316000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V316000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2001 Blue Bird Micro Bird child seat?

Yes. Recall 01V316000, reported on October 3, 2001, covers about 19 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V316000?

Blue bird is designing an upper tether anchorage point to affix to seat frame. Owner notification began january 30, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1‑912‑822‑2242.

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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