Blue bird/fmvss 217/sliding pushout windows
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with transit sliding pushout windows. potential sticking and/or binding of the pushout window inner frame within the outer frame results in opening forces exceeding the requirements of fmvss no. 217, "bus window retention and release."
Safety Consequence
Personal injury could occur in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with step-by-step procedures for modifying the transit sliding pushout windows to conform the fmvss 217 requirements.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Visibility.
FAQ: Recall 00V130000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V130000?
NHTSA recall 00V130000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on May 5, 2000. It addresses: Blue bird/fmvss 217/sliding pushout windows. The recall affects approximately 2,088 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V130000 or the manufacturer campaign number R00DV. 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.