Blue bird/fuel tank straps
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school and transit buses. the bolts retaining the fuel tank straps can loosen allowing the fuel tank to dislodge.
Safety Consequence
This condition could allow the fuel tank to slip, increasing the risk of the tank hitting the ground, resulting in fuel leakage. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Owners will be advised to replace the original bolts and nuts in the fuel tank retaining straps with new bolts and nuts that will be provided.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 98V176000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V176000?
NHTSA recall 98V176000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on July 31, 1998. It addresses: Blue bird/fuel tank straps. The recall affects approximately 772 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 98V176000 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.