Wire harness for the headlights
Defect Summary
Blue bird has notified nhtsa about a defect in certain model year 2010 all american school buses manufactured from may 13, 2009 through february 26, 2010. the wiring harness for the rear tag light may be of insufficient length resulting in the harness being routed improperly and exposing the connector to the environment which could cause the connector to corrode. corrosion could cause a direct short in the tag light circuit. a short in the tag light wiring circuit, which includes the headlight low beam circuit, could cause sudden loss of headlight low beams.
Safety Consequence
Loss of low beam headlights while the vehicle is in operation could impair the driver's vision and result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses by installing the correct length harness free of charge. the safety recall began on april 14, 2010. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Exterior Lighting.
FAQ: Recall 10V101000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V101000?
NHTSA recall 10V101000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on March 16, 2010. It addresses: Wire harness for the headlights. The recall affects approximately 421 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V101000 or the manufacturer campaign number R10RR. 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.