2015 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN
27 recalls, 4 complaints - 41 TSBs
23V778000 Nov 20, 2023
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
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 o... Read more
Consequence
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 ... Read more
20V125000 Mar 3, 2020
SEATS:BARRIERS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2008-2021 Vision and All American school buses. The seat barrier behind the driver seat with an integrated 3-point seat belt may have been installed incorrectly and may be missing the reinforcing bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to compl... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat barrier may not adequately protect the occupant seated behind the seat barrier separating them from the driver seat with integrated 3-point seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly install the seat barrier including adding reinforcing bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 23, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for ... Read more
19V391000 May 24, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Bendix ADB22X air brakes. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Consequence
A dragging brake may cause damage to the brake components, which may activate the ABS warning light. The warning light may cause the driver to immediately stop the vehicle and transfer occupants. Additionally, the high temperatures at the wheel end can increase the risk of a fire. Either conditio... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. Blue Bird issued owners interim notification on July 18, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. B... Read more
19V393000 May 24, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Vision and 2015-2020 All American non-school buses equipped with ADB22X disc brakes. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Consequence
A dragging brake may cause damage to the brake components, which may activate the ABS warning light. The warning light may cause the driver to immediately stop the vehicle and transfer occupants. Additionally, the high temperatures at the wheel end can increasing the risk of a fire. Either condit... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. Blue Bird issued owners interim notification on July 18, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. B... Read more
19V082000 Feb 11, 2019
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Ricon S-Series Titanium Wheelchair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor... Read more
Consequence
If the wheelchair lift platform raises above the height of the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user could fall inwards toward the vehicle, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will replace the wheelchair lift positioning input cam, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZP-SB.
18V801000 Nov 14, 2018
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
16V405000 Jun 6, 2016
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 All American transit buses manufactured from November 13, 2014, through May 4, 2016, and 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured from May 30, 2015, through February 2, 2016, equipped with Ricon S-Series (S2005 and S5510... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of ... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-47... Read more
16V172000 Mar 25, 2016
SEATS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017 All American school buses manufactured from August 20, 2010, through December 16, 2015. Buses with rear side emergency doors have seats over the wheelhouse area whose rear legs may detach from the floor in a crash, resulti... Read more
Consequence
If the seat does not allow the occupant to be properly restrained in the event of a crash, they would be at an increased risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear leg assembly, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's recall number for this campaign is R16YM-SB.
15V731000 Nov 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American and Vision and 2007-2011 Micro Bird transit buses equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014 by the Ricon Corporat... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-47... Read more
15V730000 Nov 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American, Vision, 2007-2011 Micro Bird, and 2007-2008 Conventional school buses, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1... Read more
15V294000 May 19, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 All American rear engine non school buses manufactured December 7, 2008, to May 11, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the ... Read more
Consequence
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of Blue Bird, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit cr... Read more
15V293000 May 19, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 All American rear engine school buses manufactured December 7, 2008, to May 11, 2015, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent... Read more
Consequence
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of Blue Bird, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit cr... Read more
15V136000 Mar 10, 2015
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 All American A3FE, A3RE, T3FE, T3RE, and D3RE school buses manufactured June 28, 2012, to September 25, 2014, and 2013-2016 Vision BBCV school buses manufactured June 9, 2012, to September 30, 2014. Incorrect fasteners may... Read more
Consequence
If the seat belts are improperly anchored, there is an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the the seat gusset reinforcement mounting fasteners, and will install an additional gusset reinforcement bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.... Read more
15V059000 Feb 3, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 All American rear engine school buses manufactured June 5, 2010, to January 13, 2015. In the affected school buses, the exhaust system hangers may fail, possibly causing damage to the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) an... Read more
Consequence
If all the exhaust hangers were to fail, the housings may fall onto the roadway, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install new bolted hanger assemblies and support cables, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YB-SB.
15V060000 Feb 3, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 All American rear engine transit buses manufactured June 5, 2010, to January 13, 2015. In the affected transit buses, the exhaust system hangers may fail, possibly causing damage to the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) ... Read more
Consequence
If all the exhaust hangers were to fail, the housings may fall onto the roadway, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install new bolted hanger assemblies and support cables, free of charge. The recall began on March 5, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YB-NSB.
14V798000 Dec 17, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision and All American school buses manufactured July 8, 2014, to September 22, 2014. These buses, equipped with hydraulic brakes, may have an incorrectly manufactured parking brake pedal assembly which could separate and... Read more
Consequence
If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date code on the parking brake pedal assembly and will replace the assembly if it is within that date range, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's ... Read more
14V797000 Dec 17, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015 Vision non-school buses manufactured July 8, 2015, and All American non-school buses manufactured September 12, 2014. These buses, equipped with hydraulic brakes, may have an incorrectly manufactured parking brake pedal assembl... Read more
Consequence
If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date code on the parking brake pedal assembly and will replace the assembly if it is within that date range, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue Bird'... Read more
14V707000 Nov 5, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015 All American and Vision transit buses manufactured from May 22, 2014, to August 2, 2014. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009, whose fi... Read more
Consequence
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel filter with a non-defective one, free of charge. The recall began during September 2014. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583. Cummins' number for this recall is C1545. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer se... Read more
14V511000 Aug 19, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American, 2007-2010 Micro Bird, and 2007-2014 Vision non-school buses equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer servic... Read more
14V510000 Aug 19, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American and Vision, 2007-2011 Micro Bird, and 2007-2008 Conventional school buses equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platfo... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer servic... Read more
14V705000 Aug 12, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015 All American and Vision school buses manufactured from May 22, 2014, to August 2, 2014. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009, whose fil... Read more
Consequence
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel filter with a non-defective one, free of charge. The recall began on during September 2014. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583. Cummins' number for this recall is C1545. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer ... Read more
14V306000 Jun 5, 2014
STEERING
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2012-2015 All American transit buses manufactured September 1, 2011 through May 16, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a clamp on the steering shaft may come in contact with the rubber boot at the floor.
Consequence
If the steering shaft clamp comes into contact with the rubber boot, additional effort would be needed to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the rubber boot and install a new steering shaft clamp, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R14XE.
14V309000 Jun 5, 2014
STEERING
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2012-2015 All American school buses manufactured August 20, 2011, through May 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a clamp on the steering shaft may come in contact with the rubber boot at the floor.
Consequence
If the steering shaft clamp comes into contact with the rubber boot, additional effort would be needed to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the rubber boot and install a new steering shaft clamp, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R14XE.
14V215000 Apr 23, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 All American rear engine non-school buses manufactured from June 23, 2010, through May 24, 2012, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G compressed natural gas engines. Condensation in the intake manifold m... Read more
Consequence
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Remedy
Cummins and Cummins Westport has notified owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Blue Bird's number for this recal... Read more
14V083000 Feb 27, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2009-2015 All American rear engine school buses manufactured from December 8, 2008, through November 15, 2013, and equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during co... Read more
Consequence
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Remedy
Cummins and Cummins Westport will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Customers may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. Blue Bird's number for this recall... Read more
13V643000 Dec 24, 2013
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Corporation is recalling certain 2014-2015 model year All American and Vision school buses manufactured from September 24, 2013, through December 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, a component within the hydraulic park brake pedal arm may not have been properly heat treated and may fractu... Read more
Consequence
If the park brake pedal arm fractures, the bus may unexpectedly roll increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird has notified owners and dealers will install a new parking brake assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 31, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R13WT.
13V579000 Nov 20, 2013
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 and 2015 Vision and All American model school buses manufactured August 23, 2013, through November 6, 2013 and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 driver's seat belts. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plat... Read more
Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's recall number R13WS.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 1 |
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
May 15, 2015
Incident date: Jun 4, 2014
SCHOOL BUS HAS COOLANT LEAKS INSIDE THE PASSENGER, ENGINE COMPARTMENTS AND ON THE GROUND OUTSIDE THE BUS. THIS BUS HAS GONE BACK TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES AND STILL LEAKS COOLANT. CHILDREN ARE EXPOSED TO HOT COOLANT INSIDE THE BUS AND FLOORS ARE SLIPPERY, ALSO ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES WITH OUTSIDE LEA... Read more
STEERING
Jan 30, 2015
Incident date: Jan 22, 2015
MY BUS DRIVER HAS A 2015 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN FE. HIS ROUTES INVOLVE MANY HALF-SHARP LEFT TURNS (+ ROADS). I HAVE NOTICED, WHEN HE TURNS THE STEERING WHEEL MAKES A MOANING SOUND. IT ISN'T LOUD, BUT IT IS ENOUGH TO NOTICE IT BEING HEARD UP IN THE FRONT. THE MOANING SOUND DOESN'T HAPPEN WHEN HE ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 11, 2014
Incident date: Nov 10, 2014
VEHICLE ARRIVED TO DEALERSHIP WITH LOOSE BOLTS HOLDING THE FUEL TANKS TO THE BODY STRUCTURE. 5 BOLTS WERE ONLY HAND TIGHTENED. FUEL TANKS COULD HAVE COME OUT OF THE SUPPORTS AND FALLEN ON THE ROAD AND/OR CAUSED A FIRE. *TR
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 11, 2014
Incident date: Nov 10, 2014
VEHICLE ARRIVED TO DEALERSHIP WITH LOOSE BOLTS HOLDING THE FUEL TANKS TO THE BODY STRUCTURE. 5 BOLTS WERE ONLY HAND TIGHTENED. FUEL TANKS COULD HAVE COME OUT OF THE SUPPORTS AND FALLEN ON THE ROAD AND/OR CAUSED A FIRE. *TR
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN
41 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC | 6 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 5 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
SU1901
Dec 11, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Models Affected: 2010 thru 2021 All American Subject: This update provides information on the new surge tank fill necks for All American Instructions: There is a new kit available from Part Sales; 10066291 - Kit, Neck, Surge Tank. Thi
SM1905
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SM1905: Blue Bird Vantage Dash Fault Codes Website Blue Bird Vantage "Dash Fault Codes" website page has been updated to include additional new fault codes for all applicable system types (brake, engine, and transmission). Also, "Powertr
SM1904
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SM1904: New Ametek Parts & Software New Ametek instrument cluster part numbers and software now listed on the Blue Bird Dealer Vantage website. Also listed is a new Ametek gateway module and applicable software. New Ametek gateway modul
S19AG
Sep 19, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Blue Bird has determined that the CIT brand air conditioning relays should be replaced with Song Chuan brand relays (PN 00079077). Additionally, the wiring harness (PN 10023917) connected to the relay base should be inspected for any sign o
S19AG
Sep 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Blue Bird has determined that the CIT brand air conditioning relays should be replaced with Song Chuan brand relays (PN 00079077). Additionally, the wiring harness (PN 10023917) connected to the relay base should be inspected for any sign o
SU1702
Jun 1, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The intent of SU1702 is to provide service part replacement instructions for our new Ametek instrument cluster. The new cluster will be in full production beginning June 5, 2017. During the time between now and June 5, 2017 Blue Bird will b
SM1608
Dec 8, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Blue Bird Support Center - Technical Bus Support: Dealer memo to announce the new on-line Blue Bird Support Center for technical bus support requests.
S16YU Instructio
Oct 2, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Dealer Let
Sep 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Dealer Let
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU
Sep 1, 2016
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
S16YU, Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement: Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All A
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
040100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
204000 WHEELS:HUB
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
SU1602
Aug 3, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SM1605
Jul 22, 2016
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Maximum Oil Drain Intervals for Cummins ISB 6.7: Dealer Memo is to clarify the service maximum interval for the engine oil and filter replacement, in all Driver?s Handbooks and Service Manuals for 2015 and 2016 Vision, Forward Engine All A
SM1304
Jul 5, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Gen 4 Analog DEF Level Sensor Troubleshooting: Original Date of Issue: February 25, 2013 Revision: July 5, 2016 The Service Memorandum updates the model year range, engine models affected, and includes Tank Assembly information.
S16YN
Apr 11, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Service Bulletin: Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Nut Replacement: Certain 2015 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Visions and All Americans School and Non-School units equipped with optional Air Disc Brakes manufactured from Novembe
SU1603
Mar 22, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement: Instructions for ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement features.
SU1602
Feb 11, 2016
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Pushout Window Latch Switch Screw Adjustment: Service Instructions to adjust push out window buzzer screw. Models Affected: All 2015 Model Year with Pushout Sash Windows. Date Range: 09/19/2013 through current, as of 02/11/16.
SU1602
Feb 11, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Pushout Window Latch Switch Screw Adjustment: Service Instructions to adjust push out window buzzer screw. Models Affected: All 2015 Model Year with Pushout Sash Windows. Date Range: 09/19/2013 through current, as of 02/11/16.
SU1601
Feb 4, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
T3 Electric Door Actuator Improvements: Service Update to announce the availability of a new kit from Part Sales. 10045705 - Kit, Actuator, Entrance Door, Electric, Service Only for electric operated entrance doors. Date Range: 09/19/2
S16YJ
Feb 4, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Service Bulletin: Rear Engine Exhaust Cables: Certain 2011 through 2017 model year Blue Bird All American Rear Engine school and non-school buses manufactured from June 5, 2010 through December 8, 2015, and equipped with optional Cummins
SM1601
Jan 14, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for assisting in the service of the Blue Bird products. These troubleshooting guides are available on the Vantage website.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
SB-S-14XG
Jul 29, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BLUE BIRD: WHEN DOOR IS CLOSED, POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE CAN COME INTO CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPARTMENT DOOR REINFORCEMENT AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS IS PROVIDED. MODEL 2010-2015 ALL AMERICAN. *PE
SB-S-14XG
Jul 29, 2014
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
BLUE BIRD: WHEN DOOR IS CLOSED, POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE CAN COME INTO CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPARTMENT DOOR REINFORCEMENT AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS IS PROVIDED. MODEL 2010-2015 ALL AMERICAN. *PE
SU-1315
Jul 29, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BLUE BIRD (CUMMINS): UPDATED INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING THE FLEETGUARD FLEETCOOL EX COOLANT TO BE USED IN BLUE BIRD BUSES WITH CUMMINS ENGINE AND DECALS ON OR NEAR DEAERATION TANK FILLER TO STATE THE TYPE OF COOLANT FACTORY HAD
No comms 2022-10
Oct 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for October 2022 for Blue Bird Body Company.
No comms 2023-12
Jan 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for December 2023 for Blue Bird Body Company.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EQ15003
Opened: Mar 16, 2015 , Closed: Jun 24, 2015
Engine Thermostat Heater Hose Failure
See the attached closing report.
PE07050
Opened: Oct 11, 2007 , Closed: Feb 1, 2008
AIR LINE DETACHING FROM DASH
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM TWO FLEETS (TOTALING SEVEN COMPLAINTS) ALLEGING THE AIR LINES CONNECTING TO THE DASH AIR GAUGE WERE LEAKING AIR AND SETTING OFF THE LOW PRESSURE AIR BUZZER. DURING THE COURSE OF THIS INVESTIGATION, ODI INTERVIEWED THE INVOLVED FLEETS... Read more
PE05028
Opened: May 25, 2005 , Closed: Sep 27, 2005
SCHOOL BUS STALLS
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI RECEIVED A COMPLAINT FROM A SCHOOL BUS FLEET REPORTING THAT THREE SEPARATE BUSES HAD STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE THEY WERE LOADED WITH CHILDREN.REPORTEDLY, EACH TIME THE FAILURE OCCURRED THE MASTER BATTERY SHUT-OFF SWITCH WAS IDENTIFIED AS BEING DEFECTIVE.ODI O... Read more
PE93048
Opened: May 12, 1993 , Closed: Aug 31, 1993
DOOR LATCH SYSTEMS
There is no summary currently available
PE92007
Opened: Jan 21, 1992 , Closed: Jan 27, 1992
SCHOOL BUS FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE89136
Opened: Jul 6, 1989 , Closed: Jul 25, 1989
STEERING WHEELS LOOSE
SYNOPSIS:WHEN THE STEERING WHEELS WERE TORQUED TO SPECIFICATIONTHE HUB OF THE WHEEL WOULD BIND ON THE STEERING COLUMN.OPERATORS ON THEASSEMBLY LINE CORRECTED THIS BY NOT COMPLETELY TIGHTING THE NUT ANDUSING LOC TITE TO SECURE IT.THIS HAS RESULTED IN COMPLAINTS OF LOOSESTEERING WHEELS AND ONE CASE OF... Read more
BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN across all model years (1963, 2019).
626
Total Recalls
222
Total Complaints
6
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 26 | 2 | View |
| 2018 | 19 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 20 | 1 | View |
| 2015 (current) | 27 | 4 | |
| 2014 | 26 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 28 | 1 | View |
| 2012 | 30 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 35 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 42 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 33 | 3 | View |
| 2008 | 32 | 5 | View |
| 2007 | 21 | 5 | View |
| 2006 | 15 | 2 | View |
| 2005 | 13 | 1 | View |
| 2004 | 15 | 10 | View |
| 2003 | 11 | 2 | View |
| 2002 | 14 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 14 | 2 | View |
| 2000 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 16 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 9 | 1 | View |
| 1997 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 11 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 9 | 182 | View |
| 1991 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 1988 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 1987 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1986 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1985 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1984 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1983 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1982 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1981 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1980 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1978 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1976 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1975 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1974 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1973 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1972 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1971 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1970 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1969 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1968 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1967 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1966 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1965 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1964 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1963 | 1 | 0 | View |