Recall 14V313000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM Defect in 2008-2013 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,935 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V313000 |
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,935 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
Hot coolant leaking into the passenger compartment increases the risk of injury to the passengers.
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.
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