Recall 19V-707: 2019 Blue Bird ALL American, 2020–2021 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus and 4 more
Blue Bird Body Company recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Oct 4, 2019, covering about 302 vehicles.
The problem
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2021 All American and Vision school buses. An insufficient number of rivets were installed in the roof sheets, allowing the roof sheets to separate in the event of a severe impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the roof sheets separate, there is an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof joints and add the sufficient number of rivets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AH.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body › Roof and Pillars |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V707000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2019 | All years |
| Blue Bird ALL American School Bus | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Blue Bird ALL American Transit Bus | 2021 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2019 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus | 2020, 2021 | 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 19V-707?
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2021 All American and Vision school buses. An insufficient number of rivets were installed in the roof sheets, allowing the roof sheets to separate in the event of a severe impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
How is recall 19V-707 fixed?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof joints and add the sufficient number of rivets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AH.
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.