Heater hose may rupture resulting in burns
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 all american rear engine non-school buses manufactured may 9, 2007, to november 12, 2012. due to the design of the thermostat, a heater hose may rupture which could result in hot coolant entering the passenger compartment.
Safety Consequence
Hot coolant leaking into the passenger compartment increases the risk of injury to the passengers.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the thermostat and change the passenger compartment heater supply hose, free of charge. the recall began on july 15, 2014. owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r14xf.
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FAQ: Recall 14V314000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V314000?
NHTSA recall 14V314000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on June 11, 2014. It addresses: Heater hose may rupture resulting in burns. The recall affects approximately 587 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V314000 or the manufacturer campaign number R14XF. 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.