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2017 Blue Bird All American and Blue Bird Vision recall: seats

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on May 3, 2016. It covers about 6 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6
reported
May 3, 2016
owners notified
May 23, 2016

Seats

What is wrong
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2017 All American Forward Engine transit buses manufactured February 9, 2016, to February 19, 2016 and one Vision transit bus manufactured on February 1, 2016, equipped with Freedman Integrated Child Seats (ICS) Passenger Seats. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, "Child Restraint Systems."
Risk
In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Blue Bird has notified owners, and dealers will replace the seats, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R16YP-NSB.

Recall number 16V265000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 16V265000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Blue Bird All American and Blue Bird Vision seats?

Yes. Recall 16V265000, reported on May 3, 2016, covers about 6 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V265000?

Blue Bird has notified owners, and dealers will replace the seats, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R16YP-NSB.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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