Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2007–2019 Blue Bird All American

Recall date

November 14, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

18V801000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 86 units

Why it was recalled

If the clamps fail with patients in the stretchers, it can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2007-2019 Blue Bird All American ambulance buses. The clamps that secure the stacked stretchers may fail from repeated use or from high loads.

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install redesigned clamps, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZQ-NSB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.