Recall 96V-011: 1995 Blue Bird Gmcv, 1995 Blue Bird Sbcv and 2 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jan 23, 1996, covering about 307 vehicles.
The problem
The wrong circuit breaker was installed in the electrical panel which could cause an interruption of the 8-light warning system.
The risk
The 8-light warning system would stop functioning while discharging passengers increasing the risk of a vehicle accident or an exiting passenger being struck by an oncoming vehicle.
The fix
Owners will be notified to check and replace as necessary the circuit breakers. Owners can also have these circuit breakers checked and replaced at an authorized dealer.
Notes
System: electrical; fuse and recepticle; circuit breaker. Vehicle description: school buses, school bus chassis and school bus van conversions with option 2016-03 (8-light warning system) and built in canada. Note: 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 blue bird at 1-912-825-2021. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V011000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird Gmcv | 1995 | All years |
| Blue Bird Sbcv | 1995 | All years |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 1995 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vcta | 1995 | 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 96V-011?
The wrong circuit breaker was installed in the electrical panel which could cause an interruption of the 8-light warning system.
How is recall 96V-011 fixed?
Owners will be notified to check and replace as necessary the circuit breakers. Owners can also have these circuit breakers checked and replaced at an authorized dealer.
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.