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2002-2005 Blue Bird Ultra LF recall: structure

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on January 24, 2005. It covers about 59 vehicles.

vehicles affected
59
reported
Jan 24, 2005
owners notified
Feb 25, 2005

Structure

What is wrong
Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the striker plates at the bottom of the emergency pushout windows can wear a groove into the emergency release bolt. If this groove becomes deep enough, the emergency push window may fail to open as intended when released.
Risk
In the event of an emergency, failure of the pushout window could potentially trap passengers or delay their escape, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will ship repair parts and installation instructions to the bus owners. The recall began on february 21, 2005. Owners may contact blue bird at 478‑825‑2021.

Recall number 05V014000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V014000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2005 Blue Bird Ultra LF structure?

Yes. Recall 05V014000, reported on January 24, 2005, covers about 59 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V014000?

Dealers will ship repair parts and installation instructions to the bus owners. The recall began on february 21, 2005. Owners may contact blue bird at 478‑825‑2021.

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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