2014 Blue Bird Conventional | 2014 Blue Bird All American — Suspension: front
Published November 12, 2013 · Recall initiated: October 31, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V543000, published November 12, 2013 and initiated October 31, 2013. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2014 Blue Bird Conventional | 2014 Blue Bird All American — Suspension: front.
What's the hazard
Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 All American and Conventional school buses manufactured July 2, 2013, through October 3, 2013 and equipped with front suspension bolts marked with a "ZY" code on the bolt head. Due to a problem in the bolt manufacturing process, the bolts that hold the front suspension may break.
What to do
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension bolts. Any bolts with a "ZY" code will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R13WR.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- CONVENTIONAL
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2014 BLUE BIRD CONVENTIONAL | 2014 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2014 Blue Bird Conventional | 2014 Blue Bird All American — Suspension: front recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V543000 on November 12, 2013. Reported hazard: Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 All American and Conventional school buses manufactured July 2, 2013, through October 3, 2013 and equipped with front suspension bolts marked with a "ZY" code on the bolt head. Due to a problem in the bolt manufacturing process, the bolts that hold the front suspension may break.
What should I do if I have this product?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension bolts. Any bolts with a "ZY" code will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R13WR.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUE BIRD. Model: CONVENTIONAL.