NHTSA Recall 23V778000: Structure
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,124 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V778000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R23CU-SB |
| Component | STRUCTURE |
| Report received | November 20, 2023 |
| Owner notification | January 16, 2024 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2014-2024 All American school buses equipped with 39" High Back seat restraining barriers. The bolts securing the restraining barriers to the floor may separate when fully loaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
Safety risk
An unsecured seat restraining barrier may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a longer bolt with rectangular washer and nut, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R23CU-SB. This recall is an expansion of recall number 23V-777.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V778000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American | 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 |
| Blue Bird All American School Bus | 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
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.