Recall 00V-051: 1998–2000 Blue Bird ALL American, 2000 Blue Bird Commercial and 3 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Feb 22, 2000, covering about 3,113 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with bendix ABS anti-lock braking system. The primary and secondary brake treadle valve air lines were installed incorrectly at the bendix r12dc relay valve.
The risk
With the brake system installed incorrectly, future maintenance might be affected by this inconsistency, causing the brakes to be installed incorrect, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will correct the air line plumbing at the bendix r12dc relay valve.
Notes
Owner notification began march 8, 2000.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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V051000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Blue Bird Commercial | 2000 | All years |
| Blue Bird Commercial Series | 1998, 1999 | All years |
| Blue Bird Q-Bus | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-051?
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with bendix ABS anti-lock braking system. The primary and secondary brake treadle valve air lines were installed incorrectly at the bendix r12dc relay valve.
How is recall 00V-051 fixed?
Dealers will correct the air line plumbing at the bendix r12dc relay valve.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.