NHTSA Recall 13V543000: Suspension: front
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,747 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V543000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R13WR |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT |
| Report received | October 31, 2013 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 All American and Conventional school buses manufactured July 2, 2013, through October 3, 2013 and equipped with front suspension bolts marked with a "ZY" code on the bolt head. Due to a problem in the bolt manufacturing process, the bolts that hold the front suspension may break.
Safety risk
A broken suspension bolt would require greater steering input to control the bus, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension bolts. Any bolts with a "ZY" code will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R13WR.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V543000
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.