NHTSA Recall 02V230000: Labels (equipment)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 194 vehicles. It affects 1998–2003 Blue Bird Ltc 40.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V230000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R02GF |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | September 5, 2002 |
| Owner notification | September 20, 2002 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Certain coaches equipped with optional restroom fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, "bus emergency exits and window retention and release." the pushout window located on the right side, at the rear of the bus, is substantially obstructed by the restroom and yet it is labeled as an emergency exit.
Safety risk
In the event of an emergency, an occupant may not be able to properly exit the vehicle.
Remedy
Distributors and owners will be notified to remove the label identifying the window as an emergency exit. Owner notification began september 20, 2002. Owners should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242, if they have any questions.
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 02V230000
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.