Recall 12V359000
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Blue Bird is recalling model year 2013 All American and Vision school buses manufactured from April 30, 2012, through June 23, 2012. Driver's seat belts may have been inadvertently installed with mismatched buckles which fails to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies." The latch plate (tongue) on one style buckle may mate up to another style buckle receiver, but the latch plate may not be properly engaged.
Safety Consequence
Should this condition occur, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained and could be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on August 23, 2012. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | BLUE BIRD | ALL AMERICAN |
| 2013 | BLUE BIRD | VISION |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.