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BLUE BIRD

BLUE BIRD

89 models, 2,412 recalls, 495 complaints

BLUE BIRD Models

BLUE BIRD A3EE 2803S 2006-2006 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD A3FE 2005-2012 4 recalls 2 complaints BLUE BIRD A3FE2803A 2007-2007 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD A3RE 2002-2013 9 recalls 6 complaints BLUE BIRD AAFC 1993-1994 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD AAFE 1993-1995 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD AARE 1991-1994 6 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN 1963-2019 720 recalls 222 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN D3 2010-2011 5 recalls 2 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN FC 1986-1991 6 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN FRWD CONTROL 1990-1991 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN REAR ENGINE 1990-1991 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN SCHOOL BUS 2020-2027 148 recalls 9 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN SCHOOL BUS (ELECTRIC) 2019-2027 9 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN TRANSIT BUS 2020-2024 60 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC) 2022-2026 5 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD BBCV 2007-2023 3 recalls 8 complaints BLUE BIRD BBCV 2610S 2006-2006 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD BBCV3011S 2010-2010 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD BLUE BIRD 1974-2009 5 recalls 27 complaints BLUE BIRD BMC 1993-1998 6 recalls 2 complaints BLUE BIRD BUS 1993-1993 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD C1 1996-1998 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD C4RE 2002-2008 9 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD CITY BIRD 1982-1982 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD COMMERCIAL 2000-2004 8 recalls 1 complaints BLUE BIRD COMMERCIAL SERIES 1995-2004 48 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD CONVENTIONAL 1985-2018 125 recalls 20 complaints BLUE BIRD CS 1993-1995 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD CSFE 1988-2003 19 recalls 1 complaints BLUE BIRD CSRE 1991-1998 16 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD D3RE 2005-2013 9 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD EXCEL 102 2008-2010 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 2007-2007 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 3500 2003-2003 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000 2003-2007 8 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 2004-2007 10 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD GMCV 1988-2004 24 recalls 3 complaints BLUE BIRD GPWB 1987-1999 32 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD HANDY BUS 1975-1975 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD L4RE 2002-2009 17 recalls 1 complaints BLUE BIRD LTC 2000-2003 4 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD LTC 40 1996-2003 31 recalls 1 complaints BLUE BIRD M4RE 2002-2007 6 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD MBWB 1992-1996 11 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD MICRO BIRD 1987-2011 120 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD MICRO BIRD VAN CONVERSION 1990-1991 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD MICROBIRD 1991-1991 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD MINI BIRD 1977-2006 41 recalls 2 complaints BLUE BIRD MINI BIRD WIDE 1986-1986 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD MINI BIRD WIDE BODY 1987-1991 7 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD Q-BUS 1992-2003 34 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD QB 1993-1996 4 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD QBFE 1991-1994 4 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD QBR 1994-1994 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD QBRE 1991-1994 6 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD SAFE 1993-1994 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD SBCV 1980-1998 36 recalls 12 complaints BLUE BIRD SCHOOL BUS 1984-2009 2 recalls 50 complaints BLUE BIRD STANDARD 1986-1991 6 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD STANDARD BUS CONVENTIONAL 1990-1991 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD STFE 1988-1996 9 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD SWORD 2003-2003 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD TC1000 1996-1999 4 recalls 1 complaints BLUE BIRD TC2000 1987-2005 214 recalls 38 complaints BLUE BIRD TC2000 FORWARD CONTROL 1986-1991 8 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD TCFC 1992-1993 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD TCFC2708 1991-1991 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD TCFE 1991-1997 5 recalls 2 complaints BLUE BIRD TCRE 1991-1994 7 recalls 1 complaints BLUE BIRD TRANSHUTTLE 1995-2000 6 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD TRANSIT 1990-1992 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ULTRA 2007-2009 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ULTRA LF 2002-2007 28 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD ULTRA LMB 2004-2004 1 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD VAN CONVERSION 1990-1992 3 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD VCTA 1988-1998 21 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD VISION 2004-2019 537 recalls 24 complaints BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS 2020-2027 196 recalls 4 complaints BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS (ELECTRIC) 2019-2027 19 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD VISION TRANSIT BUS 2020-2026 73 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD VISION TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC) 2026-2026 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD WANDERLODGE 1966-2005 76 recalls 3 complaints BLUE BIRD WANDERLODGE LXI 2000-2003 4 recalls 2 complaints BLUE BIRD WANDERLODGE M380 2003-2004 5 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD WANDERLODGE M450 LXI 2005-2007 5 recalls 17 complaints BLUE BIRD WLWB 1993-1994 2 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD WONDERLODGE 1968-1976 7 recalls 0 complaints BLUE BIRD XCEL 102 2006-2007 2 recalls 1 complaints

BLUE BIRD Safety Record

BLUE BIRD has 2,412 recall campaigns and 495 consumer complaints in the NHTSA database, covering 89 distinct models. Each recall represents a safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA that requires a free repair, replacement, or refund for affected vehicle owners.

Consumer complaints are reports filed directly by vehicle owners who experienced a safety-related problem. These reports include details about the defect, whether it caused a crash or fire, and any resulting injuries. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate poor quality, popular vehicles with high sales volumes naturally accumulate more reports.

Select any model above to see its complete safety history, including recall details, complaint statistics, crash test ratings, fuel economy data, and Technical Service Bulletins from the manufacturer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my BLUE BIRD has an open recall?

Select your model above, then choose your model year. The vehicle page will show all recalls that apply to your specific vehicle. For the most current information, you can also use our VIN Decoder to check your exact vehicle against NHTSA's live recall database, this is the most accurate method because it checks by VIN rather than by make/model/year.

What should I do if my vehicle has an open recall?

Contact your nearest authorized BLUE BIRD dealer to schedule a free repair. By federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no cost to you, regardless of the vehicle's age or mileage. If the recall says "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside," follow those instructions immediately and contact the dealer for towing arrangements.