Blue bird/brake hose routing
Defect Summary
On certain motor homes, the brake hoses may not have been routed properly resulting in the hoses contacting the frame.
Safety Consequence
This contact could cause the brake hose to leak affecting stopping distance when the service brakes are applied. this could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Corrective Action
Dealers will re-route the rear brake hoses. owner notification began april 4, 2003. 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 Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 03V044000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V044000?
NHTSA recall 03V044000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on February 12, 2003. It addresses: Blue bird/brake hose routing. The recall affects approximately 8 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V044000 or the manufacturer campaign number R03GT. 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.