Recall 04V388000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC Defect in 2003-2005 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500
RECALL This recall affects up to 156 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 04V388000 |
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
| Vehicles Affected | 156 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES, MOTOR HOMES, COMMUTER COACHES, AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH ARVIN-MERITOR DX 225 AIR DISC BRAKES, ARE EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE SMOKE IN THE WHEEL AREA DUE TO OVERHEATING OF THE AIR DISC BRAKE PADS.
Safety Consequence
A POTENTIAL FIRE IN THE WHEEL MAY OCCUR WHICH MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
ARVIN-MERITOR WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE ASSEMBLIES TO ENSURE PROPER SET-UP AND OPERATION. THIS RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 10, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 478-822-2242.
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