1999-2001 Blue Bird All American, Blue Bird Commercial Series and others recall: suspension

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on November 2, 2001. It covers about 2,692 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 2,692
reported: Nov 2, 2001
owners notified: Jan 18, 2002

Suspension

What is wrong: Vehicle description: school buses equipped with hendrickson rear air suspension. Inadequate tightening of the 5/8" bolts on the rear air suspension hanger bolts and on rear axle torque arm axle seat studs.
Risk: Insufficient tightening permits movement between the components that could result in bolts and studs breaking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the 5/8" grade 8-hanger bolts. In addition, axle spring seat fasteners will be checked for proper tightness and, if needed, tightened to specifications. Owner notification began january 18, 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 1‑478‑822‑2242.

Recall number 01V338000

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird All American 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Blue Bird Commercial Series 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Blue Bird Q-Bus 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001
Blue Bird TC2000 1999-2001 1999 2000 2001

Questions about recall 01V338000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Blue Bird All American, Blue Bird Commercial Series and others suspension?

Yes. Recall 01V338000, reported on November 2, 2001, covers about 2,692 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V338000?

Dealers will replace the 5/8" grade 8-hanger bolts. In addition, axle spring seat fasteners will be checked for proper tightness and, if needed, tightened to specifications. Owner notification began january 18, 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 1‑478‑822‑2242.

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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