Blue bird/steering shaft pinch bolts
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. these buses could have improperly installed or missing pinch bolts in the steering shaft assemblies.
Safety Consequence
This can result in disengagement of the steering slip shaft assembly and loss of steering.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with installation instructions and new replacement bolts and locking nuts for the steering shaft assemblies.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 00V245000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V245000?
NHTSA recall 00V245000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on August 30, 2000. It addresses: Blue bird/steering shaft pinch bolts. The recall affects approximately 1,581 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 00V245000 or the manufacturer campaign number R00EF. 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.