Recall 09V-286: 2010 Blue Bird ALL American

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jul 23, 2009, covering about 35 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-286
Report date
Jul 23, 2009
Vehicles affected
35
Owners notified
Aug 14, 2009

The problem

Blue bird is recalling 35 model year 2010 all american school buses manufactured from may 13 through june 17, 2009. Insufficient rivets were installed in the rear headliner panel. These buses fail to conform with the joint strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength."

The risk

Bus passengers may sustain injuries in the event of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on august 14, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-422-2242.

Notes

Blue bird's recall campaign no. R09pl.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
ComponentStructure › Body
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V286000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird ALL American2010All 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-286?

Blue bird is recalling 35 model year 2010 all american school buses manufactured from may 13 through june 17, 2009. Insufficient rivets were installed in the rear headliner panel. These buses fail to conform with the joint strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength."

How is recall 09V-286 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on august 14, 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.