Blue bird/fmvss 221/floor structure bolts
Defect Summary
Certain school buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 221, "school bus body joint strength." one or more of the bolts attaching the driver's platform to the floor structure was omitted.
Safety Consequence
The rear of the driver's platform may not be properly retained in the event of a crash which could increase the risk of injury or death to passengers.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify its customers and inspect and repair the affected units. owner notification began on november 20, 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 478-822-2242.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Structure.
FAQ: Recall 03V363000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V363000?
NHTSA recall 03V363000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on October 8, 2003. It addresses: Blue bird/fmvss 221/floor structure bolts. The recall affects approximately 8,088 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V363000 or the manufacturer campaign number R03GZ. 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.