Seat belt may be difficult to unlatch/fmvss 209
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 and 2015 vision and all american model school buses manufactured august 23, 2013, through november 6, 2013 and equipped with immi-brand l9 driver's seat belts. when the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. thus, this equipment fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on december 17, 2013. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's recall number r13ws.
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FAQ: Recall 13V579000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V579000?
NHTSA recall 13V579000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on November 20, 2013. It addresses: Seat belt may be difficult to unlatch/fmvss 209. The recall affects approximately 802 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V579000 or the manufacturer campaign number R13WS. 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.