1990 Blue Bird TC2000 Forward Control
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1990 Blue Bird TC2000 Forward Control. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1990 Blue Bird TC2000 Forward Control. Newest first.
The front door control latch system fails due to breakage of the latch pin.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the failure occurs, the front door cannot be opened,entrapping the passengers in the bus and in case of an emergency, passengerscould not use the front door to exit the bus.
Remedy
The lock pin will be replaced on these vehicles. owners can obtain a modification kit from blue bird or if they prefer, a dealer will perform the remedy for them.
Pushout rectangular transit windows may exceed 20 pound release force.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In case of an emergency, occupant may not be able to openthe window to use as an emergency exit.
Remedy
Provide adjustment of pushout rectangular transit windows to meet the force application requirements of fmvss 217.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Door latch systems
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10128588Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for assisting in the service of the Blue Bird products. These troubleshooting guides are available on the Vantage website.
Every Blue Bird TC2000 Forward Control model year
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