NHTSA Recall 18V784000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V784000; Date: Nov. 6, 2018
a damaged alternator cable could result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Blue Bird Bbcv; 2018 Blue Bird Bbcv; 2019 Blue Bird Bbcv
Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 52
Recall Summary:
blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 blue bird bbcv transit buses with ford 6.8l gen iv lpg, gasoline, or cng engines. the alternator cables may not be routed correctly and may contact and chafe against the air conditioning support bracket or a firewall reinforcement.
How to Fix:
blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the air conditioning bracket and the alternator cables are properly installed, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin december 6, 2018. owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r18zo-nsb.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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