NHTSA Recall 01V076000: Service brakes, air
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 88 vehicles. It affects 1998–2000 Blue Bird Ltc 40.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V076000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R01EV |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | March 16, 2001 |
| Owner notification | April 27, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: transit buses. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." the brake system does not have an r12-DC valve or secondary control line in the braking system.
Safety risk
The absence of the valve and secondary control line could cause increased stopping distances.
Remedy
Dealers will install the required valve and secondary control line. Owner notification began april 27, 2001. 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 1-912-822-2242.
Notes
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 01V076000
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.