Blue Bird 1996–1998 Fuel System, Other recall
Recalled May 21, 1998 · NHTSA recall 98V110000 · Blue Bird
Hazard
THESE HOSES CAN FRACTURE ALLOWING CNG FUEL LEAKAGE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE HOSES WITH CONDUCTIVE THERMOPLASTIC HOSES.
Units
64 units
Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: REAR ENGINE SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH OPTION 04888 DEDICATED COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FUEL PACKAGE. THE 24" LONG STAINLESS STEEL BRAIDED FUEL HOSES CAN LEAK AT THE HOSE END FITTINGS.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE HOSES WITH CONDUCTIVE THERMOPLASTIC HOSES.
Product
Blue Bird TC2000
Manufacturer(s)
Blue Bird Body Company
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →