Front suspension bolts may break
Defect Summary
Blue bird corporation (blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 all american and conventional vision non-school buses manufactured july 2, 2013, through october 3, 2013 and equipped with front suspension bolts marked with a "zy" code on the bolt head. due to a problem in the bolt manufacturing process, the bolts that hold the front suspension may break.
Safety Consequence
A broken suspension bolt would require greater steering input to control the bus, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension bolts. any bolts with a "zy" code will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on december 10, 2013. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r13wr.
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Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 13V545000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V545000?
NHTSA recall 13V545000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on October 31, 2013. It addresses: Front suspension bolts may break. The recall affects approximately 87 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V545000 or the manufacturer campaign number R13WR. 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.