Recall 21V-312: 2018–2019 Blue Bird ALL American, 2020–2022 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus

Blue Bird Body Company recall for fuel system, diesel, reported to NHTSA on May 4, 2021, covering about 1,053 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-312
Report date
May 4, 2021
Vehicles affected
1,053
Owners notified
Jul 30, 2021

The problem

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2022 All American buses. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

The risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

The remedy for this recall is still under development. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R21BH-SB.

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

ManufacturerBlue Bird Body Company
ComponentFuel System, Diesel › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V312000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird ALL American2018, 2019All years
Blue Bird ALL American School Bus2020, 2021, 2022All 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 21V-312?

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2022 All American buses. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.

How is recall 21V-312 fixed?

The remedy for this recall is still under development. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R21BH-SB.

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.