Steering wheel bolt
Defect Summary
Certain 2008 blue bird vision school buses built from october 23 through november 21, 2006. a temporary bolt was used to secure the steering wheel during the manufacturing process. the temporary bolt was to be removed and replaced with a permanent bolt with a lock coating during the final assembly stage. the temporary bolt was not removed and replaced on the subject units, but instead the bolt was reused.
Safety Consequence
Reuse of the attaching screw could allow the steering wheel to loosen during operation which could result in a vehicle crash causing injury or death to occupants.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses by replacing the screw with a new attaching screw free of charge. the recall began on december 11, 2006. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 06V464000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06V464000?
NHTSA recall 06V464000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on December 6, 2006. It addresses: Steering wheel bolt. The recall affects approximately 227 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V464000 or the manufacturer campaign number R06LD. 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.