Blue bird/seat belt
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with option 2836-02 driver's seat belts. the seat belts are too long preventing the belt from retracting properly and fitting the occupant as designed.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the driver may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
The belts will be replaced with belts of proper shoulder harness length. owner notification began november 15, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 01V337000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V337000?
NHTSA recall 01V337000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on October 18, 2001. It addresses: Blue bird/seat belt. The recall affects approximately 158 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V337000 or the manufacturer campaign number R01FN. 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.