Safety Recall NHTSA · 91V218000 Reported December 16, 1991

Brakes:air:over:hydraulic:disc:lines and fittings

Blue Bird Body Company · Service Brakes, Air · 365 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
91V218000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
365
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 16, 1991

Defect Summary

The hydraulic brake hose mounted on the rear axle may rub against the left frame rail.

Safety Consequence

The hydraulic brake hose rubbing against the left framerail could chafe and split, resulting in loss of hydraulic fluid and increasedstopping distances.

Corrective Action

Install a bracket at rear axle to provide additional clearance between the brake hose and the frame rail.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference recall ID 91V218000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 91V218000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 91V218000?

NHTSA recall 91V218000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on December 16, 1991. It addresses: Brakes:air:over:hydraulic:disc:lines and fittings. The recall affects approximately 365 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 91V218000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.