Recall 92V-184: 1989–1992 Blue Bird ALL-American, 1989–1992 Blue Bird Conventional and 1 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Dec 24, 1992, covering about 912 vehicles.
The problem
The electric vandal lock center plunger can tap the control lock pin, of the outward opening door, which causes the door lock to become disengaged.
The risk
The disengaged door lock allows the door to open withoutprior warning and endanger occupants near the door if the vehicle is in motion.
The fix
Modify the vandal door locks with blue bird supplied kits.
Notes
System: structure.vehicle description: school buses equipped with outward opening door withelectric vandal locks. Models all-american forward control, all-american rearengine, gmc conventional, standard bus conventional, tc2000 forward control,and tc2000 rear engine.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 92V184000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL-American | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | All years |
| Blue Bird Conventional | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | All years |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | 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 92V-184?
The electric vandal lock center plunger can tap the control lock pin, of the outward opening door, which causes the door lock to become disengaged.
How is recall 92V-184 fixed?
Modify the vandal door locks with blue bird supplied kits.
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.