Blue Bird Wheel Bearing Recall 94V086000 (681 Vehicles)

The problem

The wheelbearing locknut and cotter pin were not installed on the front axle hubs. The can cause a gradual increase in wheel shimmy.

The risk

This can result in increased difficulty in steering and, if uncorrected, separation of the wheel from the axle.

The fix

Repair kits will be furnished to owners and reimbursement for labor and materials will be made.

Contacts

System: suspension; i-beam; solid; front bearing. Vehicle description: transit and school buses. Note: if you have any questions concerning the repair kit and reimbursement plan for this defect, please contact blue bird service center at 1-912-825-9608. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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 94V086000.
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	Recalls	Grade
1993 Blue Bird Aafc	1	-
1994 Blue Bird Aafc	1	-
1993 Blue Bird Aafe	1	C
1994 Blue Bird Aafe	1	C
1993 Blue Bird Aare	2	D
1994 Blue Bird Aare	2	D
1993 Blue Bird Csfe	4	F
1994 Blue Bird Csfe	4	F
1993 Blue Bird Csre	3	D
1994 Blue Bird Csre	5	F
1993 Blue Bird Qbre	2	D
1994 Blue Bird Qbre	2	D
1993 Blue Bird Safe	1	-
1994 Blue Bird Safe	1	-
1993 Blue Bird Tcre	2	D
1994 Blue Bird Tcre	3	D
1993 Blue Bird Wlwb	1	-
1994 Blue Bird Wlwb	1	-

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Questions

Is the 94V086000 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 94V086000?

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 94V086000 announced?

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported it to NHTSA on May 3, 1994. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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