Recall 04V-426: 2004–2005 Blue Bird ALL American, 1999–2004 Blue Bird Commercial Series and 4 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Aug 30, 2004, covering about 372 vehicles.
The problem
Certain blue bird 1999-2005 all american, tc/2000, micro bird, vision, conventional, and commercial series school buses equipped with sure-loc wheelchair securement systems and manufactured between february 17, 1999, and august 13, 2004. Certain sure-lok wheelchair tie-down securement assemblies p/n 8625-13. The sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly may be out of alignment causing the load pawl not to fully seat in the sprocket teeth.
The risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries.
The fix
Blue bird will notify its customers and replace the defective part free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2004. Owners who take their buses to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact at blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V426000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Blue Bird Commercial Series | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Blue Bird Conventional | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Blue Bird Micro Bird | 2002, 2003, 2004 | All years |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2004, 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 04V-426?
Certain blue bird 1999-2005 all american, tc/2000, micro bird, vision, conventional, and commercial series school buses equipped with sure-loc wheelchair securement systems and manufactured between february 17, 1999, and august 13, 2004. Certain sure-lok wheelchair tie-down securement assemblies p/n 8625-13. The sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly may be out of alignment causing the load pawl not to fully seat in the sprocket teeth.
How is recall 04V-426 fixed?
Blue bird will notify its customers and replace the defective part free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2004. Owners who take their buses to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact at blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.