Recall 07V-275: 2007–2008 Blue Bird ALL American, 2007–2008 Blue Bird Vision

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jun 26, 2007, covering about 4,530 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-275
Report date
Jun 26, 2007
Vehicles affected
4,530
Owners notified
Sep 30, 2007

The problem

Certain my 2007 and 2008 blue bird vision and all american school and transit buses manufactured between december 1, 2005, and may 24, 2007, and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.

The risk

The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The recall began on september 30, 2007. Owners can contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird recall no. R07lx.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

ManufacturerBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
ComponentParking Brake
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V275000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird ALL American2007, 2008All years
Blue Bird Vision2007, 2008All 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 07V-275?

Certain my 2007 and 2008 blue bird vision and all american school and transit buses manufactured between december 1, 2005, and may 24, 2007, and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.

How is recall 07V-275 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The recall began on september 30, 2007. Owners can 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.