Blue Bird Wanderlodge 1986

Model Wanderlodge made in 1986 by Blue Bird got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, latches/locks/linkages and unknown or other.

Model 1986

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
87V099000BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANYfrom 05/01/1983 to 05/01/1987V (Vehicle)50511/12/1987MFRBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY07/07/198707/13/1987
Defect SummaryIncorrect circuit breaker can become overloaded and trip, and not reset for 40-60 seconds.
Consequence SummaryBus would lose turn signals, tail lights, stop lights,headlights, and/or windshield wipers.
Corrective SummaryReplace 50 amp breaker with 105 amp breaker.
NotesSystem: electrical/circuit breaker.vehicle description: motorhomes.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
86V032000BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANYfrom 05/01/1980 to 02/01/1986V (Vehicle)43007/22/1986MFRBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY03/03/198603/11/1986571206
Defect SummaryImproper adjustment of entrance door causes latch to fail in the secondary latched position. such failure places the motorhome in noncompliance with fmvss 206, door locks and door retention. consequence of defect: if primary door latch fails to maintain the door closed, the failure of the secondary latch will allow the door to open inadvertently posing some danger to its occupants.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryProvide instructions to owners for proper adjustment and in some cases provide new latches.
NotesSystem: entrance door/fmvss 206.vehicle description: motorhomes.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
91E039001BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANYfrom 11/01/1985 to 06/01/1988E (Equipment)36503/07/1989ODIBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY09/18/199110/23/1991
Defect SummaryThe patio awning is inadequately attached to motorhome and it could begin to unravel from the rear causing a shearing of the front lock. once the lock is free, the entire awning can be exposed to wind pressure and be torn from the side of the motorhome while the vehicle is in motion.
Consequence SummaryThe torn awning may separate from the motorhome while thevehicle is in motion, causing a highway hazard which could result in a vehicleaccident.
Corrective SummaryA retrofit kit will be installed on the motorhomes.
NotesSystem: other equipment: patio awning.equipment description: motorhomes with zip dee patio awnings.