NHTSA Recall 18V801000: Equipment
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 86 vehicles. It affects 2007–2019 Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V801000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R18ZQ-NSB |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | November 14, 2018 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2007-2019 Blue Bird All American ambulance buses. The clamps that secure the stacked stretchers may fail from repeated use or from high loads.
Safety risk
If the clamps fail with patients in the stretchers, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install redesigned clamps, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZQ-NSB.
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 18V801000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
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.