2014 Blue Bird Conventional recalls and problems

The 2014 Blue Bird Conventional has 2 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2014 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

2recalls

0complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

—median miles

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2 recalls

Suspension

Oct 31, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V545000 · 87 vehicles

Problem: Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 All American and Conventional Vision non-school buses manufactured July 2, 2013, through October 3, 2013 and equipped with front suspension bolts marked with a "ZY" code on the bolt head. Due to a problem in the bolt manufacturing process, the bolts that hold the front suspension may break.

Risk: A broken suspension bolt would require greater steering input to control the bus, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension bolts. Any bolts with a "ZY" code will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R13WR.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Suspension

Oct 31, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V543000 · 1,747 vehicles

Problem: Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 All American and Conventional school buses manufactured July 2, 2013, through October 3, 2013 and equipped with front suspension bolts marked with a "ZY" code on the bolt head. Due to a problem in the bolt manufacturing process, the bolts that hold the front suspension may break.

Risk: A broken suspension bolt would require greater steering input to control the bus, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2014 vs. other Blue Bird Conventional years

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Questions

Does the 2014 Blue Bird Conventional have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2014 Blue Bird Conventional, the latest from Oct 31, 2013 (suspension). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Blue Bird Conventional?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Blue Bird Conventional.