NHTSA Recall 03V044000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2004 Blue Bird Wanderlodge M380.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V044000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R03GT |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 12, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 4, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes, the brake hoses may not have been routed properly resulting in the hoses contacting the frame.
Safety risk
This contact could cause the brake hose to leak affecting stopping distance when the service brakes are applied. This could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will re-route the rear brake hoses. Owner notification began april 4, 2003. 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
Blue bird recall no. R03gt. Customers can also 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 03V044000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Wanderlodge M380 | 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.