2003-2007 Blue Bird Ultra LF recall: structure
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on February 5, 2013. It covers about 152 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 152
- reported
- Feb 5, 2013
- owners notified
- Mar 20, 2013
Structure
- What is wrong
- Blue Bird Corporation is recalling certain model year Ultra LF transit buses manufactured March 14, 2003, through March 12, 2007. Cracks may develop in the bracket which secures the power steering gear to the bus frame.
- Risk
- If left unchecked, the cracks may propagate and cause a separation of the steering gear from the bus frame. This would result in a loss of steering control, possibly increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcement plates, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1‑478‑825‑2021.
Recall number 13V036000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 13V036000
Is there a recall on the 2003-2007 Blue Bird Ultra LF structure?
Yes. Recall 13V036000, reported on February 5, 2013, covers about 152 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 13V036000?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install reinforcement plates, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1‑478‑825‑2021.
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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