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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 07V586📅 Dec 20, 2007

2005–2007 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 LXI recall: powertrain & transmission

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
07V586000
Manufacturer recall #
R08MW
Manufacturer
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Vehicles affected
58
Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 14, 2008
Built
Mar 10, 2004 – Sep 27, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R08MW.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 07V586 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 07V586?

2005–2007 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M450 LXI. 58 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Blue Bird dealer to book the free repair.