Recall 08V-163: 2006–2008 Blue Bird ALL American, 2006–2008 Blue Bird Conventional and 1 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 10, 2008, covering about 2,129 vehicles.
The problem
Blue bird is recalling 2,129 my 2006-2008 all american, conventional, and micro bird school and transit buses manufactured between may 3, 2005 and february 15, 2008, equipped with ricon model 1200, 2000, and 5500 platform style wheel chair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
Blue bird is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). The recall is expected to begin on or about april 28, 2008. Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R08na.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 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V163000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Blue Bird Conventional | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Blue Bird Micro Bird | 2006, 2007, 2008 | 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 08V-163?
Blue bird is recalling 2,129 my 2006-2008 all american, conventional, and micro bird school and transit buses manufactured between may 3, 2005 and february 15, 2008, equipped with ricon model 1200, 2000, and 5500 platform style wheel chair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
How is recall 08V-163 fixed?
Blue bird is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (Please see 07e095). The recall is expected to begin on or about april 28, 2008. Owners may contact ricon at 1-800-322-2884 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
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.