Recall 05V-281: 2003–2006 Blue Bird Ultra LF
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jun 15, 2005, covering about 45 vehicles.
The problem
On certain commercialtransit buses equipped with vapor door assemblies, the two piece curved connecting rods when used as an element of the door actuation linkage in conjunction with a vapor medium pneumatic differential engine, may be subject to fatigue failure resulting in bending or breaking of the connecting rod.
The risk
A broken connecting rod can allow the door panel to move freely in an uncontrolled manner, leaving passengers inside the vehicle unprotected by the door panel and enabling a protruding door panel to strike persons or objects outside the vehicle.
The fix
Blue bird is working with vapor bus international to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. The remedy consists of replacing the two piece connecting rod with a one piece connecting rod. The recall began on october 18, 2005. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242 or vapor at 847-777-6400.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R04jy.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V281000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 05V-281?
On certain commercialtransit buses equipped with vapor door assemblies, the two piece curved connecting rods when used as an element of the door actuation linkage in conjunction with a vapor medium pneumatic differential engine, may be subject to fatigue failure resulting in bending or breaking of the connecting rod.
How is recall 05V-281 fixed?
Blue bird is working with vapor bus international to notify owners and have the repair performed on their vehicles. The remedy consists of replacing the two piece connecting rod with a one piece connecting rod. The recall began on october 18, 2005. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242 or vapor at 847-777-6400.
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.