Recall 07V586000: 2005–2007 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 LXI

Report received

Dec 20, 2007

Manufacturer

Blue bird body company

Potentially affected

58vehicles

Model years

2005–2007

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain my 2005-2007 wanderlodge 450 lxi motor homes equipped with arvin meritor and trw tie rod ends, the tie rod assemblies were produced with steel tubing that did not meet design specifications which could result in failure of the tie rod assembly when coach mileage approaches or exceeds 100,000 miles. Also the front axle curb weight may exceed the specified 16,000 pounds weight rating.

Possible consequence

The existing tie rod assemblies may not perform as designed and may deform or fracture which may reduce steering control and could result in a vehicle crash. In addition, insufficient front tire inflation pressure reduces the weight rating of the front tires; and improper alignment of the front suspension can cause premature tire wear and subsequent degradation of the structural integrity of one or both of the front tires.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the left and right hand front tie rod ends along with a certification label stating the correct weight limits. Appropriate replacement tires will be provided and the front steering alignment will be checked and corrected, if necessary. New tire data decals will also be supplied. The recall began on march 14, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-825-2021.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2005 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 LXI2 complaints
• 2006 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 LXI7 complaints
• 2007 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 LXI0 complaints