Recall 15V060 affects 474 2011-2016 Blue Bird All American buses for exhaust hangers that can fail. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 474 2011-2016 All American rear engine transit buses because exhaust system hangers can fail and damage the SCR and DPF housings. If every hanger fails, those housings can fall onto the roadway and create a crash hazard; the repair at a Blue Bird dealer will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The exhaust system hangers on 2011-2016 Blue Bird All American rear engine transit buses hold the exhaust assembly in place under the bus. That assembly includes emissions parts such as the Selective Catalytic Reduction unit, which treats diesel exhaust, and the Diesel Particulate Filter, which traps soot before exhaust exits the tailpipe. The hangers are supposed to carry that weight while the bus moves and vibrates.
On affected buses, those hangers can fail. When a hanger breaks, the exhaust assembly loses support and extra movement is transferred into the SCR and DPF housings. That movement can damage the housings and leave the exhaust system unsupported or misaligned.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first clue can be abnormal exhaust noise, a loose exhaust section, or visible damage during inspection after a hanger has already failed.
Who's affected?
Spans 6 model years, 2011 through 2016, with the same exhaust system component across the included buses.
| 2014 Blue Bird All American | Exhaust system |
|---|---|
| 2015 Blue Bird All American | Exhaust system |
| 2013 Blue Bird All American | Exhaust system |
| 2012 Blue Bird All American | Exhaust system |
| 2016 Blue Bird All American | Exhaust system |
| 2011 Blue Bird All American | Exhaust system |
| Units affected | 474 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Failed exhaust hangers can let the housings fall onto the roadway, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and have the exhaust hanger assemblies checked before the vehicle returns to regular service. Repair will be free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2016 Blue Bird All American is included in this recall.
- Contact Blue Bird customer service to confirm the repair path for your bus.
- Schedule the free bolted hanger assembly and support cable installation that keeps the exhaust system housings secured.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Bird mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V060 when you call.
- Avoid operating the bus until the exhaust hanger repair is complete if the exhaust system is loose, hanging low, or making new noise.
What happens at the repair
When the dealer repair opens, a Blue Bird technician will install new bolted hanger assemblies and support cables for the exhaust system. Those added supports address hanger failure that can damage the SCR and DPF housings. Because the remedy status is not listed as available, confirm timing with the dealer before scheduling service. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 15V060.
Timeline
| February 3, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V060?
Recall 15V060 covers 474 2011-2016 Blue Bird All American rear engine transit buses with exhaust hangers that can fail and damage the SCR and DPF housings. Blue Bird dealers install new bolted hanger assemblies and support cables for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2016 Blue Bird All American is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 15V060. If it is, contact a Blue Bird dealer to schedule installation of the new bolted hanger assemblies and support cables. Reference recall number 15V060 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Blue Bird's remedy says dealers install the new bolted hanger assemblies and support cables free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a road hazard from exhaust components. If all exhaust hangers fail, the SCR and DPF housings can fall onto the roadway, increasing crash risk for the bus and nearby traffic. Recall 15V060 addresses that risk with new hanger assemblies and support cables.
When did Blue Bird start this recall repair?
Blue Bird began the recall repair on March 5, 2015. If your bus still has an open recall, schedule the free dealer repair and use Blue Bird recall number R15YB-NSB when speaking with the service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V060000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V060 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V060000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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