Recall 00V-279: 1999–2001 Blue Bird ALL American, 1999–2001 Blue Bird Commercial Series and 1 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Dec 18, 2000, covering about 1,269 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: transit and school buses equipped with meritor wabco phase 1, d-version antilock brake system (Abs), fail to comply to the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." an internal diagnostic system in the ABS may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap. Such a condition could possibly occur during (1) original assembly or (2) subsequent wheel end service.
The risk
Failure of the electronic control unit to detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap can result in the loss of antilock braking function on the wheel(S) where the air gap exists, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
The ABS ECU will be removed and replaced or the ECU will be reprogrammed.
Notes
Owner notification began february 12, 2001. 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 . 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 › Antilock |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V279004 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Blue Bird Commercial Series | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 1999, 2000, 2001 | 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-279?
Vehicle description: transit and school buses equipped with meritor wabco phase 1, d-version antilock brake system (Abs), fail to comply to the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." an internal diagnostic system in the ABS may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap. Such a condition could possibly occur during (1) original assembly or (2) subsequent wheel end service.
How is recall 00V-279 fixed?
The ABS ECU will be removed and replaced or the ECU will be reprogrammed.
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.