NHTSA Recall 02V185000: Labels (equipment)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 408 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V185000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R02GB |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | July 15, 2002 |
| Owner notification | August 29, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain transit buses fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle standard no. 101, "controls and displays." this standard requires specific labeling for "engine start" and "engine stop." the wording of the labels on these vehicles do not meet the requirements of the standard.
Safety risk
The operator could place the engine switch in a position other than that intended, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with new decals and installation instructions. Owner notification began august 29, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free label and installation instructions 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 02V185000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 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.