1997 Blue Bird Q-Bus recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 1997 Blue Bird Q-Bus. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
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- Jun 11, 2001Fire risk1998–2001 Blue Bird All American, 1996–2001 Blue Bird Commercial Series, 1996–2001 Blue Bird Q-Bus and 1 other model — Electrical System
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH REAR MOUNTED ENGINES. THE 12-VOLT POWER SUPPLY CABLE(S) MAY BE CHAFFED BY HOSES, HARNESSES, FRAME COMPONENTS, OR CLAMPS.
01V191000 · 6K units · BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
- Jun 12, 2000Safety1997–2000 Blue Bird All American, 2000 Blue Bird Commercial, 1997–1999 Blue Bird Commercial Series and 3 other models — Service Brakes, Air
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX AIR BRAKES. BENDIX CHANGED THE INTERNAL DESIGN OF THE QR1C RELAY VALVE BY ADDING A HOLE IN THE INTERNAL DIAPHRAGM. WHEN THE HOLE IN THE DIAPHRAGM ALIGNS WITH THE HOLE IN THE VALVE BODY, THE BRAKE APPLICATION TIME INCREASES.
00V162000 · 10K units · BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY