2001 Blue Bird Q-Bus: recalls and complaints

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• 05V1520007 Apr 2005Vehicle Speed Control
• 01V3380002 Nov 2001Suspension
• 01V3200005 Oct 2001Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Chamber
• 01V19100011 Jun 2001Electrical System / Wiring
• 01V06000023 Feb 2001Service Brakes, Air / Slack Adjusters

1. 05V152000Received 7 Apr 2005. 486 units.

   Vehicle Speed Control

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain 2001 through 2005 all american, commercial series, and q-bus school and transit buses equipped with john deere 8.1 cng engines. The subject buses equipped with the john deere engines may surge inappropriately due to erractic operation of the air throttle if the engine is taken from full to zero load.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Unexpected engine surge could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   John deere will notify blue bird's customers and repair the engines free of charge. Customers are being instructed to contact john deere at 1-800-jd-engine.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R05JP.

2. 01V338000Received 2 Nov 2001. 2,692 units.

   Suspension

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: school buses equipped with hendrickson rear air suspension. Inadequate tightening of the 5/8" bolts on the rear air suspension hanger bolts and on rear axle torque arm axle seat studs.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Insufficient tightening permits movement between the components that could result in bolts and studs breaking, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the 5/8" grade 8-hanger bolts. In addition, axle spring seat fasteners will be checked for proper tightness and, if needed, tightened to specifications. Owner notification began january 18, 2002. Owners 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 1-478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01FL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Jan 2002.

3. 01V320000Received 5 Oct 2001. 1,500 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Chamber

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: school and transit buses. Insufficient torque on the arvin-meritor air brake chamber mounting nuts can allow the nuts to loosen over time.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition could reduce braking of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect the torque values on each brake chamber nut and tighten to specifications. Owner notification began november 16, 2001. Owners 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 1-912-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01FK. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Nov 2001.

4. 01V191000Received 11 Jun 2001. 5,631 units.

   Electrical System / Wiring

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with rear mounted engines. The 12-volt power supply cable(s) may be chaffed by hoses, harnesses, frame components, or clamps.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This condition can result in power failure and/or risk of fire in the engine compartment.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will remove and inspect the 12-volt power cable(s) from the battery to the starter and, if necessary, will replace the cables. Owner notification began july 30, 2001. Owners 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 1-912-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01FF. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Jul 2001.

5. 01V060000Received 23 Feb 2001. 460 units.

   Service Brakes, Air / Slack Adjusters

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with a combination spicer j230 rear axle, spring suspension, and crewson brunner automatic slack adjusters. The crewson brunner slack adjuster contacts a u-bolt mounting bracket when a combination of the listed components are installed. The combination does not allow for full extension of the slack adjuster when brakes are applied.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This can cause a potential for reduced braking effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will install modified u-bolt brackets that will provide the needed clearance. Owner notification began march 15, 2001. Owners 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.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01EM. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Mar 2001.

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The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

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1. 19922
2. 19933
3. 19941
4. 19951
5. 19962
6. 19972
7. 19984
8. 19995
9. 20006
10. 20015
11. 20022
12. 20031

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2001 Blue Bird Q-Bus?

10,769 units in 5 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Blue Bird Q-Bus have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the Blue Bird Q-Bus, model years 1992 to 2003. 5 of them name the 2001 model year.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2001 Blue Bird Q-Bus open?

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.