NHTSA Recall 09V253000: Quick release valve (service brakes)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 2009 Blue Bird Blue Bird.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V253000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R09PK |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › QUICK RELEASE VALVE |
| Report received | July 7, 2009 |
| Owner notification | August 14, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Blue bird is recalling 32 model year 2009 buses manufactured between july 3, 2008 through january 7, 2009 and sold to the u.s. General services administration for overseas use. These buses were equipped with defective haldex quick release valves (qrv). The rubber diaphragm inside the qrv may experience delamination resulting in significant levels of air pressure leakage past and/or through the diaphragm, or the development of a bubble in the diaphragm which may trap air pressure in the valve and not allow the service brakes to release.
Safety risk
Malfunction of the air brake system could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 13, 2009. Owners can contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign no. R09pk.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 09V253000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Blue Bird | 2009 |
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.