NHTSA Recall 07V275000: Parking brake
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,530 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V275000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R07LX |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE |
| Report received | June 26, 2007 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain my 2007 and 2008 blue bird vision and all american school and transit buses manufactured between december 1, 2005, and may 24, 2007, and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves. The internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
Safety risk
The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and provide a free remedy. The recall began on september 30, 2007. Owners can contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R07lx.customers may 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 07V275000
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.