Vehicle recall 77V108000 · July 8, 1977

1976-1977 Blue Bird All American

The fuel tank strap ends on the involved vehicles may fail due to premature wear.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: The fuel tank strap ends on the involved vehicles may fail due to premature wear. Fuel tank strap end failure would allow the fuel tank to move relative to the fuel tank attachment brackets, resulting in fuel line damage and fuel leakage. The fuel tank could also drop to the ground.
Remedy: Owner will be sent new straps and nuts along with instructions for installation and has the option of installing it him/herself or having it done by the dealer, free of charge.
Notes: Vehicle description: buses with forward control.system: fuel; tank, attachments.consequences of defect: fuel leakage could lead to a vehicle fire and seriousinjuries to passengers. Complete separation of the tank from the vehicle couldcause accident and injury on the road.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 77V108000
Reported to NHTSA: July 8, 1977
Filed by: BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Owner notification: October 6, 1977
Vehicles potentially affected: 765
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting

Recall 77V108000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Blue Bird All American (1976-1977): 1977, 1976

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