Fmvss 404/403 - wheelchair lift
Defect Summary
Certain 2006 my blue bird microbird school buses equipped with a wheelchair lift manufactured from july 1 and november 14, 2005. the shift interlock system was not installed during production which fails to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard nos. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles, and 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles."
Safety Consequence
The transmission shift selector may be moved into a drive gear allowing the vehicle to move and thereby endangering wheelchair occupants on the lift and persons outside the bus in the vicinity of the wheelchair lift.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses by installing the required shift interlock system free of charge. the recall began on november 29, 2005. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
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FAQ: Recall 05V535000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 05V535000?
NHTSA recall 05V535000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on November 21, 2005. It addresses: Fmvss 404/403 - wheelchair lift. The recall affects approximately 9 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V535000 or the manufacturer campaign number R05KF. 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.