Recall 04V-213: 2005 Blue Bird ALL American
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on May 5, 2004, covering about 297 vehicles.
The problem
All american school buses manufactured between january 10 and april 20, 2004, which the inside panels adjacent to the rear center emergency door (Or rear center emergency window on rear engine models) do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength. Adhesive was inadvertentlt omitted from these joints on the affected population.
The risk
The vehicle occupants may be seriously injured in the event of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Owners will be notified to make an appointment with their blue bird distributor to have the inside rear panels removed and properly adhere the panels. Owner notification is expected to begin june 9, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 04V213000 |
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 04V-213?
All american school buses manufactured between january 10 and april 20, 2004, which the inside panels adjacent to the rear center emergency door (Or rear center emergency window on rear engine models) do not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, school bus body joint strength. Adhesive was inadvertentlt omitted from these joints on the affected population.
How is recall 04V-213 fixed?
Owners will be notified to make an appointment with their blue bird distributor to have the inside rear panels removed and properly adhere the panels. Owner notification is expected to begin june 9, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 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.