NHTSA Recall 10V298000: Seats
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,542 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V298000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R10SF |
| Component | SEATS |
| Report received | June 29, 2010 |
| Owner notification | August 16, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 all american and vision model school buses manufactured from march 25, 2009 through january 12, 2010. The driver's seat shock damper may break allowing the driver's seat to unexpectedly drop to the floor without warning.
Safety risk
In the event this should occur while the bus is in operation, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and replace the seat shock as necessary. The safety recall began on august 20, 2010. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r10sf.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 10V298000
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.