Blue bird/engine air intake grid heater/overheats
Defect Summary
2004 my blue bird vision conventional type school buses manufactured from june 12, 2003, through september 24, 2003. the bus bar that connects the ammeter shunt to the engine intake grid heater megafuse was incorrectly installed. the improper installation of this bus bar creates excessive electrical resistance and potential overheating in the grid heater power circuit.
Safety Consequence
This additional resistance could result in overheating at the megafuse holder with potential for a fire.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify its customers and provide instructions and parts to repair the buses free of charge. owner notification began on october 23, 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 Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 03V401000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V401000?
NHTSA recall 03V401000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on October 15, 2003. It addresses: Blue bird/engine air intake grid heater/overheats. The recall affects approximately 401 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V401000 or the manufacturer campaign number R03HE. 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.