NHTSA Recall 08V259000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V259000; Date: Jun. 10, 2008
A fracture tie rod may separate without prior warning causing unexpected loss of vehicle steering. In some maneuvers this could cause a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Blue Bird Express 4500; 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500
Component: Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 33
Recall Summary:
Blue bird is recalling 33 my 2006-2007 express 4500 motor coaches equipped with mac tie rod assemblies that did not meet design specification. As a result, the left and/or right tie rod assembly may fracture at high mileage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the left and right hand tie rod assemblies with a redesigned tie rod assembly free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Recall Notes:
Blue bird recall no. R08nd. 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: Jul 11, 2008
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