2001-2002 Blue Bird Conventional recall: seats

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on July 1, 2008. It covers about 126 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 126
reported: Jul 1, 2008
owners notified: Jul 10, 2008

Seats

What is wrong: Blue bird is recalling 126 my 2001 and 2002 conventional school buses manufactured between april 19 and october 21, 2001, equipped with optional flip-up seat bottom cushions. The seat bottom cushion rear retaining clips may have been omitted which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "seat cushion retention."
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat cushion may flip up exposing the occupants to increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Blue bird will notify owners and provide a remedy free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478‑422‑2242.

Recall number 08V287000

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird Conventional 2001-2002 2001 2002

Questions about recall 08V287000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2002 Blue Bird Conventional seats?

Yes. Recall 08V287000, reported on July 1, 2008, covers about 126 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V287000?

Blue bird will notify owners and provide a remedy free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478‑422‑2242.

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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