NHTSA Recall 09V481000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V481000; Date: Dec. 17, 2009
Without the required adhesive, there is an increased risk of injury to the bus occupants in the event of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Blue Bird All American D3
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 223
Recall Summary:
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2010 all american d3 front engine model school buses manufactured from August 13, 2009 through October 24, 2009. Adhesive for the inside panels adjacent to the rear center emergency door was omitted from the joints. These buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength. "
How to Fix:
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on February 12, 2010. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Recall Notes:
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r10rf. Owners 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: Feb 12, 2010
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