Blue bird/power cable routing
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with cummins isb engines. Electrical power cables may not have been routed properly from the alternator output to the starting motor.
Safety Consequence
If the cables are not routed properly, the cable insulation could be abraded by contact with other chassis components, causing an electrical short.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add loom and reroute the electrical power cable from the alternator output to staring motor. any cables found with abrasions will be replaced.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 99V289000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V289000?
NHTSA recall 99V289000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on October 26, 1999. It addresses: Blue bird/power cable routing. The recall affects approximately 2,710 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V289000 or the manufacturer campaign number R99DF. 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.