NHTSA Recall 06V278000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 150 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird Ltc.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V278000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R06KX |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | July 26, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor homes and transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series c-60 engines, the electronic control module (ECM) will require to be reprogrammed to current mainframe calibrations.
Safety risk
Reprogramming the ECM will prevent the potential of a turbocharger failure from progressing to an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
Detroit diesel is conducting this recall (please see 06e019000) and will reprogram the ECM to current mainframe calibrations free of charge. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R06kx.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V278000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Ltc | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
| Blue Bird Wanderlodge Lxi | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 |
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.