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Blue Bird Body - Hydraulic brake indicator light
Official notice
24 Jul 2012
Last checked
24 Jul 2012
An official NHTSA notice concerns Blue Bird Body - Hydraulic brake indicator light. In the event that a loss of pressure occurs in the hydraulic brake system and the brake pressure monitor does not activate, the operator of the bus may not be aware of the subsequent reduced braking capacity which could result in a vehicle crash with potential for personal injury and/or property damage. Published 2012-07-24.
What to do now
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on august 9, 2012. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Units affected
19
Recall number
R12VG
Official notice
2012-07-24
The hazard
The hazard
In the event that a loss of pressure occurs in the hydraulic brake system and the brake pressure monitor does not activate, the operator of the bus may not be aware of the subsequent reduced braking capacity which could result in a vehicle crash with potential for personal injury and/or property damage.
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Brand: Blue Bird Body. Contact: Blue Bird Body Company.
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