Blue bird/pdu cable
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: front engine school and transit buses. the power distribution unit (pdu) cables are inadequately supported or routed in close proximity to the steering pitman arm.
Safety Consequence
The cable can chafe resulting in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with step by step repair instructions for re-routing the wires.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 00V071000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V071000?
NHTSA recall 00V071000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on March 6, 2000. It addresses: Blue bird/pdu cable. The recall affects approximately 779 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V071000 or the manufacturer campaign number R00DS. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.