NHTSA Recall 10V628000: Underbody shields (structure)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 143 vehicles. It affects 2011 Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V628000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R11SU |
| Component | STRUCTURE › FRAME AND MEMBERS › UNDERBODY SHIELDS |
| Report received | December 16, 2010 |
| Owner notification | January 26, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2011 all american d3 model school buses manufactured with 20 gauge outside side panels from april 23, 2010, through september 11, 2010. The side panel joint adhesive that is required to be used to adhere the panels may not have been used during production. Accordingly, these buses fail to comply with the joint strength requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength."
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the side panel joints may not endure as intended and the panels may loosen or separate, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and dealers add additional rivets free of charge. The safety recall began on january 26, 2011. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r11su.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 10V628000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 2011 |
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.