Incorrect tire and loading placard
Defect Summary
Certain model year 2006 through 2010 blue bird micro bird single rear wheel model school buses manufactured from august 31, 2005 through september 27, 2009, fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." if the vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, then the tire and loading placard should indicate "none" under the size and recommended tire inflation pressure. the placard listed inflation pressure for a spare tire that was the same as the front tire inflation pressure.
Safety Consequence
Inflation pressure required for the rear tires could be higher than the front tire which could cause premature tire wear resulting in a potential tire failure, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will provide replacement tire and loading placards with the appropriate spare tire indicated to owners free of charge. the campaign began on december 29, 2009. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
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FAQ: Recall 09V450000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V450000?
NHTSA recall 09V450000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on November 20, 2009. It addresses: Incorrect tire and loading placard. The recall affects approximately 376 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V450000 or the manufacturer campaign number R09PX. 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.