NHTSA Recall 07V540000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V540000; Date: Nov. 21, 2007
This condition can result in the steering link to become disconnected and cause a loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 Blue Bird Express; 2006 Blue Bird Express 4500
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 12
Recall Summary:
On certain motor coaches, the castle nuts on the tie rod ends and relay rod studs in the independent suspension assemblies are loose and/or not tightened to specifications. Low and/or no torque on a nut can result in excessive slack in the steering system, thereby allowing the tapered joint to move and subsequently shear the cotter pin.
How to Fix:
Blue bird is working with arvin-meritor to repair these coaches (please see 07e094). The recall began on November 19, 2007. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Recall Notes:
Blue bird recall no. R07mp. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 9, 2007
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