NHTSA Recall 99V234000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V234000; Date: Aug. 23, 1999
This condition would cause the engine to star and run if the ignition was turned to the "start" position, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Blue Bird All American
Component: Electrical System:ignition:switch
Manufactured by: Blue Bird Body Company
Affected Units:: 101
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: front engine school buses equipped with allison world transmissions. These buses do not fully comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 102, "transmission, shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect. " the neutral safety switch is wired incorrectly allowing the starter to engage when the ignition is turned "on," followed by the transmission selector being placed in forward or reverse positions, and then the ignition turned to the "start" position.
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with parts and instructions necessary to modify the engine starter/transmission shift electrical circuitry. If an owner so desires, a dealer can perform the modification for them.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began August 26, 1999. 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 1-912-822-2242. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 26, 1999
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