Blue bird/front suspension modules
Defect Summary
Certain motor homes equipped with independent front suspension modules manufactured and assembled by arvinmeritor at its frankfort, kentucky facility, and sold excusively to blue bird. some of the capscrews attaching the control arms to the subframe were not torqued to specification allowing the bolt to become loose and eventually result in a loss of vehicle control.
Safety Consequence
Loss of vehicle control can possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and re-torque any loose capscrews if necessary. this inspection will be performed free of charge. arvinmeritor has not provided the agency with a notification program as of yet.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 03V174000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V174000?
NHTSA recall 03V174000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on May 5, 2003. It addresses: Blue bird/front suspension modules. The recall affects approximately 31 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V174000 or the manufacturer campaign number R03GW. 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.