Recall 04V-452: 2004 US Bus Sbfx-A, 2004 US Bus SD

U.S. BUS CORPORATION recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Sep 15, 2004, covering about 48 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-452
Report date
Sep 15, 2004
Vehicles affected
48
Owners notified
Sep 27, 2004

The problem

Certain my 2004 sbfx-a and sd U.S. Bus school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 chassis. The vacuum pump may become disengaged from the engine's drive mechanism causing loss of the vehicle's primary braking system.

The risk

Loss of braking capability can result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Us bus will notify its customer and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began september 27, 2004. 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 us bus at 845-357-2510.

Notes

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

ManufacturerU.S. BUS CORPORATION
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V452000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
US Bus Sbfx-A2004All years
US Bus SD2004All 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 04V-452?

Certain my 2004 sbfx-a and sd U.S. Bus school buses built on ford e-350 and e-450 chassis. The vacuum pump may become disengaged from the engine's drive mechanism causing loss of the vehicle's primary braking system.

How is recall 04V-452 fixed?

Us bus will notify its customer and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began september 27, 2004. 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 us bus at 845-357-2510.

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.