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Blue Bird Body - V-band clamp assembly
Official notice
17 Aug 2011
Last checked
17 Aug 2011
An official NHTSA notice concerns Blue Bird Body - V-band clamp assembly. If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard. Published 2011-08-17.
What to do now
Blue bird is working with cummins to identify and notify owners of the recall campaign. Repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on october 10, 2011. Owners may contact cummins at 1-812-377-5000 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Units affected
860
Recall number
R11TH
Official notice
2011-08-17
The hazard
The hazard
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/dpf housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
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Brand: Blue Bird Body. Contact: Blue Bird Body Company.
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