Recall 05V-382: 2001–2006 Blue Bird ALL American, 2001–2005 Blue Bird TC2000 and 1 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 31, 2005, covering about 5,863 vehicles.
The problem
Certain 2001 through 2006 my blue bird all american, tc2000, and vision transit school buses manufactured between january 5, 2001, and july 15, 2005. These buses are equipped with a battery disconnect switch that has connections that may be loose on the battery switch studs creating the potential for the bus to shut down while in operation.
The risk
Should the bus shut down while in operation, a vehicle crash could occur.
The fix
Blue bird will notify its owners and instruct them on how to repair the switch. The recall began on october 19 , 2005. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R05ka.customers may 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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 05V382000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2004, 2005, 2006 | 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 05V-382?
Certain 2001 through 2006 my blue bird all american, tc2000, and vision transit school buses manufactured between january 5, 2001, and july 15, 2005. These buses are equipped with a battery disconnect switch that has connections that may be loose on the battery switch studs creating the potential for the bus to shut down while in operation.
How is recall 05V-382 fixed?
Blue bird will notify its owners and instruct them on how to repair the switch. The recall began on october 19 , 2005. Owners may contact 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.