Recall 09V-213: 2008–2009 Blue Bird ALL American

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 11, 2009, covering about 442 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-213
Report date
Jun 11, 2009
Vehicles affected
442
Owners notified
Jun 30, 2009

The problem

Blue bird is recalling 442 model year 2008 and 2009 all american school buses manufactured from july 22 to november 22, 2008. The bolts that mount the steering gear to the frame may not have been properly torqued.

The risk

Improperly torqued bolts may cause the steering gear to separate from the chassis frame resulting in a loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 30, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-422-2242.

Notes

Blue bird's recall campaign no. R09pf.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V213000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird ALL American2008, 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 09V-213?

Blue bird is recalling 442 model year 2008 and 2009 all american school buses manufactured from july 22 to november 22, 2008. The bolts that mount the steering gear to the frame may not have been properly torqued.

How is recall 09V-213 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 30, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-422-2242.

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.