Recall 03V-174: 2004 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M380

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 5, 2003, covering about 31 vehicles.

NHTSA number
03V-174
Report date
May 5, 2003
Vehicles affected
31
Owners notified
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The problem

Certain motor homes equipped with independent front suspension modules manufactured and assembled by arvinmeritor at its frankfort, kentucky facility, and sold excusively to blue bird. Some of the capscrews attaching the control arms to the subframe were not torqued to specification allowing the bolt to become loose and eventually result in a loss of vehicle control.

The risk

Loss of vehicle control can possibly result in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and re-torque any loose capscrews if necessary. This inspection will be performed free of charge. Arvinmeritor has not provided the agency with a notification program as of yet.

Notes

Blue bird recall no. R03gw.also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
ComponentSuspension › Front › Control Arm
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number03V174000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird Wanderlodge M3802004All 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 03V-174?

Certain motor homes equipped with independent front suspension modules manufactured and assembled by arvinmeritor at its frankfort, kentucky facility, and sold excusively to blue bird. Some of the capscrews attaching the control arms to the subframe were not torqued to specification allowing the bolt to become loose and eventually result in a loss of vehicle control.

How is recall 03V-174 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and re-torque any loose capscrews if necessary. This inspection will be performed free of charge. Arvinmeritor has not provided the agency with a notification program as of yet.

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.