NHTSA Recall 04V222000: Seat belts
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 291 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V222000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R04HT |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | May 7, 2004 |
| Owner notification | June 8, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
School and transit buses equipped with driver's 3-point seat belts with incorrect fasteners.
Safety risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the shoulder strap can fail, and the driver could be seriously injured.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify its customers to make an appointment with their blue bird distributor to have the driver's 3-point seat belt upper attaching fasteners replaced free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin june 8, 2004. 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 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 04V222000
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.