NHTSA Recall 01V320000: Chamber (service brakes)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,500 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V320000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R01FK |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › DRUM › CHAMBER |
| Report received | October 5, 2001 |
| Owner notification | November 16, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. Insufficient torque on the arvin-meritor air brake chamber mounting nuts can allow the nuts to loosen over time.
Safety risk
This condition could reduce braking of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the torque values on each brake chamber nut and tighten to specifications. Owner notification began november 16, 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. R01fk.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 01V320000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird Commercial | 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird Q-Bus | 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 2001, 2002 |
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.