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2008-2009 Blue Bird All American and Blue Bird Vision recall: diesel

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on July 10, 2008. It covers about 1,824 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,824
reported
Jul 10, 2008
related complaints
4

Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

What is wrong
A plug on the outlet side of the fuel pump can crack on certain 2008 and 2009 my blue bird all american and vision school buses manufactured from may 23, 2007 through july 4, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines.
Risk
A crack in this plug can result in a high pressure fuel spray or leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Blue bird is working in conjunction with caterpillar to notify owners to contact their local caterpillar dealer for a free remedy. The recall is expected to begin during july 2008. Owners can contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986 or blue bird at 1‑478‑822‑2242.

Recall number 08V309000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 4 complaints about engine problems.

2008 Blue Bird All American2009 Blue Bird All American2008 Blue Bird Vision2009 Blue Bird Vision

Questions about recall 08V309000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 Blue Bird All American and Blue Bird Vision diesel?

Yes. Recall 08V309000, reported on July 10, 2008, covers about 1,824 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V309000?

Blue bird is working in conjunction with caterpillar to notify owners to contact their local caterpillar dealer for a free remedy. The recall is expected to begin during july 2008. Owners can contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986 or 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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