NHTSA Recall 90V011000
NHTSA Campaign Id 90V011000; Date: Jan. 23, 1990
Fuel spillage during and after a crash, in excess of limit allowed by fmvss 301, could cause a fire near a source of ignition.
Recalled Vehicles:
1988 Blue Bird TC2000; 1989 Blue Bird TC2000; 1990 Blue Bird TC2000
Component: Fuel System, Diesel:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 345
Recall Summary:
The diesel fuel filter separator is located too close to the chassis frame cross member which could deform and dislodge the bowl of the separator in an accident.
How to Fix:
Relocate fuel filter - separator to eliminate interference with crossmember in any crash.
Recall Notes:
System: fuel filter - separator / fmvss 301. Vehicle description: school buses with 132 inch and 146 inch wheelbases.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 28, 1990
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