Blue Bird Vcta 1989

Model Vcta made in 1989 by Blue Bird got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning structure .

Model 1989

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STRUCTURE - BODY
96V073000BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANYfrom 04/23/1988 to 04/22/1996V (Vehicle)1800008/21/1996ODIBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY05/03/199605/08/1996
Defect SummaryPassenger's clothing can unknowingly become caught in the forward handrails at bus doors when exiting the bus.
Consequence SummaryWhen a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion, the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. this can result in serious injury or death.
Corrective SummaryOwners will be directed to remove all forward handrails. provisions will be made for those owners operating in states which mandate a forward handrail that a replacement handrail will be provided.
NotesSystem: equipment; handrails at bus entryways. vehicle description: school buses equipped with forward handrails. note: owner who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact blue bird at 1-912-825-2021. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.