Shoulder seat belt d-ring may detach in a crash
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2016 vision and all american school buses, equipped with certain qs11, qscr11, qsj11, and davenport school bus seats that include three-point lap/shoulder seat belts. these seats may have a loose or missing d-ring mounting nut, allowing the shoulder belt d-ring to detach in a crash.
Safety Consequence
A loose or missing shoulder belt d-ring may prevent the seat belt from adequately restraining the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and personnel from the school bus seat manufacturer will inspect and repair the affected seats, free of charge. the recall began on april 12, 2017. owners may contact blue bird campaigns administration at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r17yz (sb).
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FAQ: Recall 17V202000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V202000?
NHTSA recall 17V202000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on March 23, 2017. It addresses: Shoulder seat belt d-ring may detach in a crash. The recall affects approximately 92 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V202000 or the manufacturer campaign number R17YZ (SB). 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.