Investigation RQ98010: 1996–1997 Blue Bird School BUS

Status

OPEN

Opened

Jun 30, 1998

Closed

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Model years

1996–1997

Subject

Braided fuel (cng) hose failures

Component: Fuel system, other › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary

Ford and nissan conducted a safety recall, 98v-069, on january 28 and 31 1998, respectively.the recall was for 32,810 1995 my ford villagers and 20,500 1995 my nissan quests built from april 1, 1995 to september 15, 1996.the recall defect is the rear tail/brake lamps that may not illuminate due to the lamp socket and the socket housing separation caused by the high operating temperature.odi has received 6 ford and 3' nissan owner report regarding the non-functioning of rear lamps.odi found four of these ford villagers were built prior to the recall manufacturing datesthe build dates of the remaining vehicles were not determined.closing note:the infoemation gathered from this recall query was sent the the office of chief counsel on september 7, 1998, for consideration of levying civil penalties.a settlement agreement for civil penalties with blue bird was executed on august 13, 1999.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1996 Blue Bird School BUS7 complaints