NHTSA Recall 02V160002: Retractor (seat belts)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 58 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V160002 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R02GG |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › RETRACTOR |
| Report received | September 5, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 27, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain school and transit buses equipped with passenger seat belts with retractors, the cover halves for the retractable portion of the belt can separate completely and release the seat belt connector. If this occurs, one of the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury. The seat belt supplier, am-safe, will provide a snap on "over-cover" to owners to prevent the seat belt cover from separating.
Safety risk
If this occurs, one of the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury.
Remedy
Owners will be provided a snap-on "over-cover" to prevent the seat belt cover from separating. Owner notification is expected to begin on or about september 27, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Also, customers can 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 02V160002
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird Conventional | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird Micro Bird | 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 2000, 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.