Recall 10V-064: 2010 Blue Bird ALL American
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Feb 5, 2010, covering about 207 vehicles.
The problem
Blue bird has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2010 all american rear engine school buses manufactured between january 5, 2009 and january 18, 2010. The battery cables may have been improperly routed at the front bottom of the large battery compartment resulting in the battery cables potentially being pinched between the front bottom of the battery compartment box and the exhaust mounting bracket.
The risk
This condition could result in a fire.
The fix
Blue bird will notify owners and reroute improperly routed cables and secure and any pinched cables will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on february 26, 2010. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r10rk.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 | Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery › Cables |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V064000 |
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 10V-064?
Blue bird has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2010 all american rear engine school buses manufactured between january 5, 2009 and january 18, 2010. The battery cables may have been improperly routed at the front bottom of the large battery compartment resulting in the battery cables potentially being pinched between the front bottom of the battery compartment box and the exhaust mounting bracket.
How is recall 10V-064 fixed?
Blue bird will notify owners and reroute improperly routed cables and secure and any pinched cables will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on february 26, 2010. 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.