NHTSA recall campaign
14V313000
What was wrong
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 All American rear engine school buses manufactured April 3, 2007, to December 15, 2012. Due to the design of the thermostat, a heater hose may rupture which could result in hot coolant entering the passenger compartment.
Risk
Hot coolant leaking into the passenger compartment increases the risk of injury to the passengers.
Manufacturer remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the thermostat and change the passenger compartment heater supply hose, free of charge. The recall began on July 15, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R14XF.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →