Recall 95V-187: 1980–1988 Blue Bird Sbcv
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Oct 2, 1995, covering about 74,000 vehicles.
The problem
Passengers clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at the bus doors when exiting the bus.
The risk
When a passenger's clothing becomes caught in the handrail, and the bus driver closes the door and puts the vehicle in motion,the individual is subject to being dragged by the bus. This can result in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace the existing floor line handrail attachment bracket with the current production design floor line bracket.
Notes
System: equipment; handrails at bus entryways.vehicle description: school buses equipped with tubular handrails.note: 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 1-912-825-2021. Also contact the national highway raffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Structure › Body |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V187000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird Sbcv | 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988 | 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 95V-187?
Passengers clothing can unknowingly become caught in the handrails at the bus doors when exiting the bus.
How is recall 95V-187 fixed?
Dealers will replace the existing floor line handrail attachment bracket with the current production design floor line bracket.
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.