NHTSA Recall 00V245000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,581 vehicles. It affects 1999–2001 Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V245000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R00EF |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | August 30, 2000 |
| Owner notification | September 6, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. These buses could have improperly installed or missing pinch bolts in the steering shaft assemblies.
Safety risk
This can result in disengagement of the steering slip shaft assembly and loss of steering.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with installation instructions and new replacement bolts and locking nuts for the steering shaft assemblies.
Notes
Owner notification began september 6, 2000. Owners do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-912-825-2021. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V245000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.