2001 Blue Bird All American: recalls and complaints

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• 05V38200031 Aug 2005Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery
• 05V1520007 Apr 2005Vehicle Speed Control
• 05V06200022 Feb 2005Fuel System, Diesel
• 03V3640008 Oct 2003Seats
• 03V3630008 Oct 2003Structure / Body
• 03V3620008 Oct 2003Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage
• 02V1600025 Sep 2002Seat Belts / Front / Retractor
• 02V18500015 Jul 2002Equipment / Other / Labels
• 01V3380002 Nov 2001Suspension
• 01V3200005 Oct 2001Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Chamber
• 01V19100011 Jun 2001Electrical System / Wiring
• 01V06000023 Feb 2001Service Brakes, Air / Slack Adjusters
• 00V27900418 Dec 2000Service Brakes, Air / Antilock
• 00V24500030 Aug 2000Steering / Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)

1. 05V382000Received 31 Aug 2005. 5,863 units.

   Electrical System / 12v/24v/48v Battery

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain 2001 through 2006 my blue bird all american, tc2000, and vision transit school buses manufactured between january 5, 2001, and july 15, 2005. These buses are equipped with a battery disconnect switch that has connections that may be loose on the battery switch studs creating the potential for the bus to shut down while in operation.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Should the bus shut down while in operation, a vehicle crash could occur.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Blue bird will notify its owners and instruct them on how to repair the switch. The recall began on october 19 , 2005. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R05KA. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Oct 2005.

2. 05V152000Received 7 Apr 2005. 486 units.

   Vehicle Speed Control

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain 2001 through 2005 all american, commercial series, and q-bus school and transit buses equipped with john deere 8.1 cng engines. The subject buses equipped with the john deere engines may surge inappropriately due to erractic operation of the air throttle if the engine is taken from full to zero load.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Unexpected engine surge could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   John deere will notify blue bird's customers and repair the engines free of charge. Customers are being instructed to contact john deere at 1-800-jd-engine.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R05JP.

3. 05V062000Received 22 Feb 2005. 18,891 units.

   Fuel System, Diesel

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain 1998 through 2002 blue bird all american, tc2000 school and transit buses, and commercial series buses equipped with cummins isb diesel engines. The fuel pump could fail to transfer fuel appropriately creating an engine stall condition.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Should the engine stall while the vehicle is in use, a possible vehicle crash could occur.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Customers will be notified by cummins to bring their vehicles to an authorized dealer to have the fuel lift pump replaced free of charge. For more information, customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R05JL.

4. 03V364000Received 8 Oct 2003. 3,825 units.

   Seats

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain school buses equipped with optional seat belts or seat belt "ready" seats, some belts were installed with only two bolts rather than the required three (3) bolts.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   These seats could detach from the wall side attachment points in the event of a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Blue bird will furnish to distributors and owners, parts and instructions necessary to install the missing bolt free of charge. Owner notification is expected to on november 3, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R03HB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Nov 2003.

5. 03V363000Received 8 Oct 2003. 8,088 units.

   Structure / Body

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength." one or more of the bolts attaching the driver's platform to the floor structure was omitted.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The rear of the driver's platform may not be properly retained in the event of a crash which could increase the risk of injury or death to passengers.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Blue bird will notify its customers and inspect and repair the affected units. Owner notification began on november 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R03GZ. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Nov 2003.

6. 03V362000Received 8 Oct 2003. 233 units.

   Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain rear engine (a3re) school buses, the type and location of the fasteners used to retain the seat belt in the last row of seats does not conform to blue bird engineering specifications.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   This installation may not adequately retain seat belts in the event of a severe crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Blue bird will provide its distributors and owners the parts and instructions to install the correct fasteners free of charge. Owner notification is expected to begin november 20, 2003. Owners who do not receive the parts and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R03HC. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Nov 2003.

7. 02V160002Received 5 Sep 2002. 58 units.

   Seat Belts / Front / Retractor

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain school and transit buses equipped with passenger seat belts with retractors, the cover halves for the retractable portion of the belt can separate completely and release the seat belt connector. If this occurs, one of the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury. The seat belt supplier, am-safe, will provide a snap on "over-cover" to owners to prevent the seat belt cover from separating.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If this occurs, one of the load bearing pins in the connector could separate from the connector and render the seat belt unusable. In the event of a crash, the seat occupant would not be properly restrained resulting in an injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Owners will be provided a snap-on "over-cover" to prevent the seat belt cover from separating. Owner notification is expected to begin on or about september 27, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R02GG. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Sep 2002.

8. 02V185000Received 15 Jul 2002. 408 units.

   Equipment / Other / Labels

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Certain transit buses fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle standard no. 101, "controls and displays." this standard requires specific labeling for "engine start" and "engine stop." the wording of the labels on these vehicles do not meet the requirements of the standard.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   The operator could place the engine switch in a position other than that intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Owners will be provided with new decals and installation instructions. Owner notification began august 29, 2002. Owners who do not receive the free label and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R02GB. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Aug 2002.

9. 01V338000Received 2 Nov 2001. 2,692 units.

   Suspension

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: school buses equipped with hendrickson rear air suspension. Inadequate tightening of the 5/8" bolts on the rear air suspension hanger bolts and on rear axle torque arm axle seat studs.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Insufficient tightening permits movement between the components that could result in bolts and studs breaking, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the 5/8" grade 8-hanger bolts. In addition, axle spring seat fasteners will be checked for proper tightness and, if needed, tightened to specifications. Owner notification began january 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

   Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01FL. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Jan 2002.

10. 01V320000Received 5 Oct 2001. 1,500 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Drum / Chamber

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Vehicle description: school and transit buses. Insufficient torque on the arvin-meritor air brake chamber mounting nuts can allow the nuts to loosen over time.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This condition could reduce braking of the vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect the torque values on each brake chamber nut and tighten to specifications. Owner notification began november 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-912-822-2242.

    Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01FK. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Nov 2001.

11. 01V191000Received 11 Jun 2001. 5,631 units.

    Electrical System / Wiring

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with rear mounted engines. The 12-volt power supply cable(s) may be chaffed by hoses, harnesses, frame components, or clamps.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This condition can result in power failure and/or risk of fire in the engine compartment.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will remove and inspect the 12-volt power cable(s) from the battery to the starter and, if necessary, will replace the cables. Owner notification began july 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-912-822-2242.

    Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01FF. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 30 Jul 2001.

12. 01V060000Received 23 Feb 2001. 460 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Slack Adjusters

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with a combination spicer j230 rear axle, spring suspension, and crewson brunner automatic slack adjusters. The crewson brunner slack adjuster contacts a u-bolt mounting bracket when a combination of the listed components are installed. The combination does not allow for full extension of the slack adjuster when brakes are applied.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This can cause a potential for reduced braking effort, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will install modified u-bolt brackets that will provide the needed clearance. Owner notification began march 15, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-912-825-2021.

    Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R01EM. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Mar 2001.

13. 00V279004Received 18 Dec 2000. 1,269 units.

    Service Brakes, Air / Antilock

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Vehicle description: transit and school buses equipped with meritor wabco phase 1, d-version antilock brake system (ABS), fail to comply to the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems." an internal diagnostic system in the ABS may not detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap. Such a condition could possibly occur during (1) original assembly or (2) subsequent wheel end service.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Failure of the electronic control unit to detect an extreme wheel speed sensor air gap can result in the loss of antilock braking function on the wheel(s) where the air gap exists, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    The ABS ECU will be removed and replaced or the ECU will be reprogrammed.

    Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R00EJ. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Feb 2001.

14. 00V245000Received 30 Aug 2000. 1,581 units.

    Steering / Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Vehicle description: school and transit buses. These buses could have improperly installed or missing pinch bolts in the steering shaft assemblies.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This can result in disengagement of the steering slip shaft assembly and loss of steering.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Owners will be provided with installation instructions and new replacement bolts and locking nuts for the steering shaft assemblies.

    Report filed by BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY. Manufacturer campaign number R00EF. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Sep 2000.

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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. This model year has fewer than 50 component mentions, so the table shows the number of mentions only.

Complaints that report a crash

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Complaints that report a fire

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Injuries in the complaints

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Deaths in the complaints

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Date of the newest complaint

10 Aug 2005

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

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2. 19641
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50. 201230
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52. 201426
53. 201527
54. 201620
55. 201710
56. 201819
57. 201926

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2001 Blue Bird All American?

50,985 units in 14 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Blue Bird All American have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 185 recall campaigns for the Blue Bird All American, model years 1963 to 2019. 14 of them name the 2001 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2001 Blue Bird All American name most often?

Fuel System, Gasoline: 1 of 2 component mentions.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2001 Blue Bird All American open?

No. The 1 investigation that names this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.