Recall 08V-287: 2001–2002 Blue Bird Conventional

The problem

Blue bird is recalling 126 my 2001 and 2002 conventional school buses manufactured between april 19 and october 21, 2001, equipped with optional flip-up seat bottom cushions. The seat bottom cushion rear retaining clips may have been omitted which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "seat cushion retention."

The risk

In the event of a crash, the seat cushion may flip up exposing the occupants to increased risk of injury.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and provide a remedy free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-422-2242.

Notes

Blue bird recall no. R08ne.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 08V-287?

Blue bird is recalling 126 my 2001 and 2002 conventional school buses manufactured between april 19 and october 21, 2001, equipped with optional flip-up seat bottom cushions. The seat bottom cushion rear retaining clips may have been omitted which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "seat cushion retention."

How is recall 08V-287 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and provide a remedy free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-422-2242.

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.