Recall 07V-501: 2008 Blue Bird Micro Bird

The problem

Certain 2008 blue bird micro bird school buses manufactured between september 5 and october 15, 2007. The subject buses were manufactured without a rear emergency door audible alarm/buzzer which fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.'

The risk

This standard establishes requirements for the retention of windows other than windshields in buses, and establishes operating forces, opening dimensions, and markings for bus emergency exits. The purpose o f this standard is to minimize the likelihood of occupants being thrown from the bus and to provide a means of readily accessible emergency egress.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on february 4, 2008. Owners can contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird recall no. R07mn.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

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-501?

Certain 2008 blue bird micro bird school buses manufactured between september 5 and october 15, 2007. The subject buses were manufactured without a rear emergency door audible alarm/buzzer which fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.'

How is recall 07V-501 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on february 4, 2008. 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.