Fmvss 217/emergency door audible alarm/buzzer
Defect Summary
Certain 2008 blue bird micro bird school buses manufactured between september 5 and october 15, 2007. the subject buses were manufactured without a rear emergency door audible alarm/buzzer which fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.'
Safety Consequence
This standard establishes requirements for the retention of windows other than windshields in buses, and establishes operating forces, opening dimensions, and markings for bus emergency exits. The purpose o f this standard is to minimize the likelihood of occupants being thrown from the bus and to provide a means of readily accessible emergency egress.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on february 4, 2008. owners can contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
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FAQ: Recall 07V501000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07V501000?
NHTSA recall 07V501000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on October 29, 2007. It addresses: Fmvss 217/emergency door audible alarm/buzzer. The recall affects approximately 17 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 07V501000 or the manufacturer campaign number R07MN. 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.