Recall 09V-328: 2004–2010 Blue Bird ALL American, 2004–2008 Blue Bird Conventional and 2 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Aug 13, 2009, covering about 37,095 vehicles.
The problem
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2010 all american, vision, micro bird, and conventional school buses manufactured between january 30, 2003 and may 7, 2009. Incorrect offset leg barrier pads or 2/3 seat back pads may have been installed. Buses with incorrect pads installed fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
The risk
In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant(S).
The fix
Blue bird will notify owners and the buses will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on september 18, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r09pm.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
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Seats |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V328000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Blue Bird Conventional | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Blue Bird Micro Bird | 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | 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 09V-328?
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2010 all american, vision, micro bird, and conventional school buses manufactured between january 30, 2003 and may 7, 2009. Incorrect offset leg barrier pads or 2/3 seat back pads may have been installed. Buses with incorrect pads installed fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
How is recall 09V-328 fixed?
Blue bird will notify owners and the buses will be repaired free of charge. The safety recall began on september 18, 2009. Owners may contact 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.