Blue Bird Accelerator Pedal Recall 02V004005 (24 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain motor coaches/motor homes equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.

The risk

If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace these pedals. All vehicles have been inspected and corrected.

Contacts

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Blue Bird dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 02V004005.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2001 Blue Bird LTC 40	0	4	C
2001 Blue Bird Wanderlodge	0	3	D

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2001 Blue Bird LTC 40

2001 Blue Bird Wanderlodge

Questions

Is the 02V004005 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 02V004005?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 02V004005 announced?

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported it to NHTSA on March 21, 2002. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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