Recall 08V-309: 2008–2009 Blue Bird ALL American, 2008–2009 Blue Bird Vision

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 10, 2008, covering about 1,824 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-309
Report date
Jul 10, 2008
Vehicles affected
1,824
Owners notified
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The problem

A plug on the outlet side of the fuel pump can crack on certain 2008 and 2009 my blue bird all american and vision school buses manufactured from may 23, 2007 through july 4, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines.

The risk

A crack in this plug can result in a high pressure fuel spray or leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

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 july 2008. Owners can contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird's recall no. R08ng.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
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V309000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird ALL American2008, 2009All years
Blue Bird Vision2008, 2009All 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-309?

A plug on the outlet side of the fuel pump can crack on certain 2008 and 2009 my blue bird all american and vision school buses manufactured from may 23, 2007 through july 4, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 engines.

How is recall 08V-309 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 july 2008. Owners can contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 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.