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1997-1998 Blue Bird SBCV recall: exterior

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on February 23, 1998. It covers about 564 vehicles.

vehicles affected
564
reported
Feb 23, 1998
owners notified
Jul 30, 1998

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices: exterior

What is wrong
Vehicle description: school buses mounted on freightliner fs-65 chassis. Buses equipped with system "b" mirrors do not fully comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 111, "rearview mirrors."
Risk
A school bus driver may not be able to see certain portions of the bus increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury to persons near the bus.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and if necessary, correct the mirror installations.

Recall number 98V037000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 98V037000

Is there a recall on the 1997-1998 Blue Bird SBCV exterior?

Yes. Recall 98V037000, reported on February 23, 1998, covers about 564 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V037000?

Dealers will inspect these vehicles and if necessary, correct the mirror installations.

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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