NHTSA Recall 01V191000: Electrical system: wiring
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,631 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V191000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R01FF |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | June 11, 2001 |
| Owner notification | July 30, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with rear mounted engines. The 12-volt power supply cable(s) may be chaffed by hoses, harnesses, frame components, or clamps.
Safety risk
This condition can result in power failure and/or risk of fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and inspect the 12-volt power cable(s) from the battery to the starter and, if necessary, will replace the cables. Owner notification began july 30, 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
Blue bird recall no. R01ff.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 01V191000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Blue Bird Commercial Series | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Blue Bird Q-Bus | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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.