NHTSA Recall 02V302000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 485 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V302000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R02GR |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | November 13, 2002 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain front engine school and transit buses equipped with hydraulic brakes, the rear hydraulic brake hose could contact the frame rail and abrade, allowing brake fluid leakage.
Safety risk
If this occurs, vehicle braking could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the rear brake hose to frame rail clearance and reposition the brake hose clamps at the axle to ensure adequate clearance. Any chafed brake hoses will be replaced. Owner notification began december 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer 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 02V302000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 2003, 2004 |
| Blue Bird Commercial | 2003, 2004 |
| Blue Bird TC2000 | 2003, 2004 |
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.