NHTSA Recall 02V217000: Electrical system: wiring
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 255 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V217000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R02GE |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | August 12, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 29, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain rear engine school and transit buses equipped with cummins isb engines, the wiring harness to the combustion air intake grid heater could chafe against engine components.
Safety risk
The harness can wear through causing an electrical short in the grid heater power supply, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners will be contacted and advised to add a bracket to support the harness away from the engine components. Blue bird will provide a replacement harness for any harnesses found abraded and will reimburse the customer for the labor required to replace the harness. Owner notification is expected to begin on or about september 29, 2002. 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 1-478-822-2242.
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 02V217000
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.