Recall
Blue Bird All American — 14V314000
NHTSA ID
14V314000
Make
Blue Bird
Model
All American
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2014-06-11
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Units Affected
587
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
R14XF
Summary
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 All American rear engine non-school buses manufactured May 9, 2007, to November 12, 2012. Due to the design of the thermostat, a heater hose may rupture which could result in hot coolant entering the passenger compartment.
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.