NHTSA Recall 09V213000: Steering
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 442 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V213000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R09PF |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | June 11, 2009 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue bird is recalling 442 model year 2008 and 2009 all american school buses manufactured from july 22 to november 22, 2008. The bolts that mount the steering gear to the frame may not have been properly torqued.
Safety risk
Improperly torqued bolts may cause the steering gear to separate from the chassis frame resulting in a loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on june 30, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-422-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign no. R09pf.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V213000
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.