NHTSA recall 06V058000
Structure › Body
Blue Bird Micro Bird
Reported Feb 24, 200613 vehicles affectedBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANYMaker’s number R06KP
The defect
Certain blue bird my 2006 micro bird school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the affected buses were produced with an 8 inch bumper rather than a 10 inch bumper.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the bumper may inadequately protect components of the fuel system. this could result in a post-crash fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The remedy
Blue bird will notify its customers and replace the bumper free of charge. the recall began on march 13, 2006. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.