NHTSA Recall 03V085000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V085000; Date: Mar. 28, 2003
In this event, the electrical wiring harness may be damaged and the possibility of fire may exist.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Blue Bird All American; 1999 Blue Bird All American; 1998 Blue Bird Commercial Series; 1999 Blue Bird Commercial Series; 1998 Blue Bird TC2000; 1999 Blue Bird TC2000
Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 4,302
Recall Summary:
On certain school and transit buses equipped with cummins isb 6 cylinder engines, the lower alternator support brace or mounting hardware can loosen or break which will allow the alternator to drop onto the engine.
How to Fix:
Cummins will notify customers and replace the upper and lower alternator support brackets free of charge. Owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or blue bird at 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).
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