repaired · 2023 Q4
Parking brake
Risk. A parking brake system that is set to an insufficient application force may result in an increased possibility of unintended vehicle movement, which increases…
2013 Blue Bird ALL AmericanProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2013 Blue Bird ALL American, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 28 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-511 the manufacturer reports only 4% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 27, 2020. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Blue Bird ALL American has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Service brakes
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
28 recalls
2013 Blue Bird ALL American recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Seats: barriers
Risk. In the event of a crash, the seat barrier may not adequately protect the occupant seated behind the seat barrier separating them from the driver seat with…
repaired · 2020 Q1
Equipment
Risk. If the clamps fail with patients in the stretchers, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Seats
Risk. If the seat does not allow the occupant to be properly restrained in the event of a crash, they would be at an increased risk of injury.
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repaired · 2017 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there is an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Seat belts
Risk. If the seat belts are improperly anchored, there is an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. If all the exhaust hangers were to fail, the housings may fall onto the roadway, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. If all the exhaust hangers were to fail, the housings may fall onto the roadway, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door.
repaired · 2016 Q1
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Tank assembly: pressure relief devices
Risk. A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source could potentially cause a fire or explosion.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Risk. Hot coolant leaking into the passenger compartment increases the risk of injury to the passengers.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
Risk. Hot coolant leaking into the passenger compartment increases the risk of injury to the passengers.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Steering
Risk. If the steering shaft clamp comes into contact with the rubber boot, additional effort would be needed to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Steering
Risk. If the steering shaft clamp comes into contact with the rubber boot, additional effort would be needed to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn…
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn…
no report yet
Structure
Risk. In the event of a vehicle crash, there is an increased risk that the window panels may separate and fall onto occupants causing injury.
no report yet
Seats
Risk. When a Flip Seat is installed in front of another passenger seat, it is possible for the occupant of the rearward passenger seat to insert their toes and/or…
no report yet
Seat belts: front
Risk. Should this condition occur, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained and could be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
no report yet
Front: buckle assembly
Risk. Should this condition occur, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained and could be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. EITHER CONDITION COULD REDUCE BRAKING ABILITY AND/OR LEAD TO LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, EGRESS OF THE BUS MAY BE HINDERED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
no report yet
Service brakes, air
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEM, INCORRECT INSTALLATION OF THE AIR BRAKE LINES COULD RESULT IN A REDUCTION OR COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE ACTION, INCREASING…
no report yet
Service brakes, air
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEM, INCORRECT INSTALLATION OF THE AIR BRAKE LINES COULD RESULT IN A REDUCTION OR COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE ACTION, INCREASING…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Blue Bird.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other ALL American year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ALL American median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Blue Bird ALL American, and the recalls they led to.
- Engine Thermostat Heater Hose FailureNo recall
In owners' words
What ALL American owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
PLUG CORRODED ON ABS MODULE RESULTING IN POOR BRAKES. BUS WAS IN MOTION CONTACTED VEHICLE IN OPPOSING LANE(SIDE SWIPE) AND NEARLY STRUCK PARKED CAR IN EVENT. PART THAT FAILED WAS WABCO ABS MODULE ALUMINUM PLUG.
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