NHTSA Recall 02V217000
NHTSA Campaign Id 02V217000; Date: Aug. 12, 2002
The harness can wear through causing an electrical short in the grid heater power supply, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 Blue Bird All American; 2003 Blue Bird All American; 2002 Blue Bird Commercial Series; 2003 Blue Bird Commercial Series
Component: Electrical System:wiring
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 255
Recall Summary:
On certain rear engine school and transit buses equipped with cummins isb engines, the wiring harness to the combustion air intake grid heater could chafe against engine components.
How to Fix:
Owners will be contacted and advised to add a bracket to support the harness away from the engine components. Blue bird will provide a replacement harness for any harnesses found abraded and will reimburse the customer for the labor required to replace the harness. Owner notification is expected to begin on or about September 29, 2002. 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 1-478-822-2242.
Recall Notes:
Also, customers can 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 29, 2002
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