NHTSA Recall 95V190000
NHTSA Campaign Id 95V190000; Date: Oct. 11, 1995
Consequence of non-compliance: in the event of a collision, the side panel of the bus may not protect the occupants at the level required fmvss no. 221
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Blue Bird All American; 1995 Blue Bird TC2000
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 55
Recall Summary:
An improper mix of adhesive was applied to the interior side panel joints resulting in the buses failing to conform to the joint strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength. ":
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and repair with correct adhesive if the sealer was not cured properly.
Recall Notes:
System: structure; body; fmvss no. 221. Vehicle description: transit and school buses. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-912-825-2021. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 26, 1995
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