NHTSA Recall 00V245000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V245000; Date: Aug. 30, 2000
This can result in disengagement of the steering slip shaft assembly and loss of steering.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Blue Bird All American; 2000 Blue Bird All American; 2001 Blue Bird All American
Component: Steering:gear Box (other Than Rack And Pinion)
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 1,581
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. These buses could have improperly installed or missing pinch bolts in the steering shaft assemblies.
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with installation instructions and new replacement bolts and locking nuts for the steering shaft assemblies.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began September 6, 2000. Owners 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: Sep 6, 2000
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