NHTSA Recall 00V209000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V209000; Date: Aug. 3, 2000
This condition can cause an electrical short in the grid heater power supply.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Blue Bird All American; 2000 Blue Bird All American
Component: Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 175
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with cummins isc engines. The wiring harness to the combustion air intake grid heater can chafe against the engine and wear through.
How to Fix:
Owners will be advised to re-route the original grid heater power supply harness. In addition, a clamp will be added to support the harness away from the engine components.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began August 24, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-912-825-2021. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 24, 2000
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