Blue Bird is recalling certain 2013 model year Vision conventional school buses manufactured from August
— Recall Campaign #12V586000
Blue Bird is recalling certain 2013 model year Vision conventional school buses manufactured from August 27, 2012, to November 06, 2012. The castle nut that attaches the drag link to the steering arm may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 222 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V586000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 13, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V586000 |
| Units affected: | 222 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird is recalling certain 2013 model year Vision conventional school buses manufactured from August 27, 2012, to November 06, 2012. The castle nut that attaches the drag link to the steering arm may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
- Consequeces:
- Improperly torqued drag link castle nuts could cause excessive movement at the drag link to steering arm connection which could lead to potential separation of the drag link from the steering arm and loss of steering control, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will check the torque on the drag link castle nuts. Any vehicle where the castle nuts are found to be loose will also have its steering arm inspected for wear. The recall began on December 28, 2012. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242.
- Notes:
- Blue Bird's recall campaign number is R12VT.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.