2007-2008 Blue Bird C4RE, Blue Bird L4RE and others recall: diesel

North American Bus Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on August 26, 2008. It covers about 15 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 15
reported: Aug 26, 2008
owners notified: Sep 30, 2008

Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

What is wrong: North american bus industries (nabi) is recalling 15 my 2007-2008 blue-bird l4re and c4re transit buses equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Nabi is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986, or nabi at 1‑888‑391‑1777.

Recall number 08V434000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V434000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2008 Blue Bird C4RE, Blue Bird L4RE and others diesel?

Yes. Recall 08V434000, reported on August 26, 2008, covers about 15 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V434000?

Nabi is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986, or nabi at 1‑888‑391‑1777.

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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