During spot inspection by the state highway patrol, an approximately 2" long horizontal line of rust was discovered near the driver-side shock mount in the middle of the frame rail. It was determined this was a hairline crack. Inspectors mentioned this has happened to other blue bird school buses in nw ohio. After calling other schools, it was discovered that some nearby had experienced this on all american forward engine units. An entity was located to make the repair at a cost of nearly $1,000.
The worst 2003 Blue Bird A3RE problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Body1
- Suspension1
Problems by type
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- Body1
- Suspension1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Blue Bird A3RE 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- New Blue Bird Support Center
- Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for...
- Blue bird: the charge air cooler (CAC) has alternator power cable routed to close, which could result in...
- Diesel odor inside of pass thru luggage box (integral construction) and interior of bus
What 2003 Blue Bird A3RE owners say
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Questions about the 2003 Blue Bird A3RE
Is the 2003 Blue Bird A3RE reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Blue Bird A3RE, close to a typical A3RE model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Blue Bird A3RE?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint. Next is suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2003 Blue Bird A3RE have?
No recalls on record.
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