Recall 07V-338: 2008 Blue Bird ALL American, 2008 Blue Bird Vision
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 3, 2007, covering about 438 vehicles.
The problem
Certain blue bird my 2008 all american and vision school buses manufactured between june 6 and july 27, 2007. A fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and cause loss of throttle control and excessive smoke.
The risk
Either condition could result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Blue bird is working in conjunction with caterpillar to notify owners to contact their local caterpillar dealer for a free remedy. The recall is expected to begin during august 2007. Owners can contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R07mf.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 | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V338000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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-338?
Certain blue bird my 2008 all american and vision school buses manufactured between june 6 and july 27, 2007. A fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and cause loss of throttle control and excessive smoke.
How is recall 07V-338 fixed?
Blue bird is working in conjunction with caterpillar to notify owners to contact their local caterpillar dealer for a free remedy. The recall is expected to begin during august 2007. Owners can contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or 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.