NHTSA Recall 10V057000
NHTSA Campaign Id 10V057000; Date: Mar. 2, 2010
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
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 31
Recall Summary:
Blue bird has notified NHTSA about a noncompliance in certain model year 2010 all american rear engine school buses manufactured from August 27, 2009 through January 25, 2010. Adhesive required for interior rear bulkhead panels was omitted. The 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 dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on March 26, 2010. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Recall Notes:
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r10rm. 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: Mar 26, 2010
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