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2005-2007 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 Lxi recall: axle assembly

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on December 20, 2007. It covers about 58 vehicles.

vehicles affected
58
reported
Dec 20, 2007
owners notified
Mar 14, 2008
related complaints
7

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
On certain my 2005-2007 wanderlodge 450 lxi motor homes equipped with arvin meritor and trw tie rod ends, the tie rod assemblies were produced with steel tubing that did not meet design specifications which could result in failure of the tie rod assembly when coach mileage approaches or exceeds 100,000 miles. Also the front axle curb weight may exceed the specified 16,000 pounds weight rating.
Risk
The existing tie rod assemblies may not perform as designed and may deform or fracture which may reduce steering control and could result in a vehicle crash. In addition, insufficient front tire inflation pressure reduces the weight rating of the front tires; and improper alignment of the front suspension can cause premature tire wear and subsequent degradation of the structural integrity of one or both of the front tires.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right hand front tie rod ends along with a certification label stating the correct weight limits. Appropriate replacement tires will be provided and the front steering alignment will be checked and corrected, if necessary. New tire data decals will also be supplied. The recall began on march 14, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478‑825‑2021.

Recall number 07V586000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about transmission problems.

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Questions about recall 07V586000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2007 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 Lxi axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 07V586000, reported on December 20, 2007, covers about 58 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V586000?

Dealers will replace the left and right hand front tie rod ends along with a certification label stating the correct weight limits. Appropriate replacement tires will be provided and the front steering alignment will be checked and corrected, if necessary. New tire data decals will also be supplied. The recall began on march 14, 2008. 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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