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2006-2007 Blue Bird Express and Blue Bird Express 4500 recall: tie rod assembly

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on November 21, 2007. It covers about 12 vehicles.

vehicles affected
12
reported
Nov 21, 2007
owners notified
Nov 9, 2007

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong
On certain motor coaches, the castle nuts on the tie rod ends and relay rod studs in the independent suspension assemblies are loose and/or not tightened to specifications. Low and/or no torque on a nut can result in excessive slack in the steering system, thereby allowing the tapered joint to move and subsequently shear the cotter pin.
Risk
This condition can result in the steering link to become disconnected and cause a loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Blue bird is working with arvin-meritor to repair these coaches (please see 07e094). The recall began on november 19, 2007. Owners may contact blue bird at 1‑478‑822‑2242.

Recall number 07V540000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 07V540000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2007 Blue Bird Express and Blue Bird Express 4500 tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 07V540000, reported on November 21, 2007, covers about 12 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V540000?

Blue bird is working with arvin-meritor to repair these coaches (please see 07e094). The recall began on november 19, 2007. Owners may 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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