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Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2007 Blue Bird All American

The 2007 Blue Bird All American bus has several notable safety recalls, primarily concerning the parking brake's ability to hold on inclines and various equipment failures such as clamps and wheelchair lifts. Complaints are minimal but focus on service brakes and structural issues. Despite these concerns, many issues are manageable with proper pre-purchase checks and questions.

NHTSA data on file today

The 2007 Blue Bird All American has 21 NHTSA recall campaigns and 4 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

Newest 20 recall campaigns on file

Most-cited components in owner complaints

  • Structure 2 complaints
  • Service Brakes 1 complaint
  • Service Brakes, Air 1 complaint
  • Tires 1 complaint

Of the 4 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Recall notices and owner complaints for the 2007 Blue Bird All American

Known issues to inspect

high severitybrakes

Parking brake may fail

How to check: Test the parking brake on an incline and ensure it holds.

medium severitysafety

Wheelchair lift arm issue

How to check: Inspect wheelchair lift for cracks or wear if applicable.

medium severityengine

Fuel tank return line leaks

How to check: Look for fuel leaks around the tank and lines.

medium severitysafety

Incorrect barrier pad placement

How to check: Ensure crash barriers are correctly positioned.

medium severityelectrical

Starter interlock not wired

How to check: Check that the vandal lock inhibits starting.

Test-drive walkthrough

  1. 01

    Cold start

    What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises or starter issues.

    Red flag: Persistent knocking sounds

  2. 02

    First minute idling

    What to check: Ensure the parking brake holds when engaged.

    Red flag: Bus rolls with brake engaged

  3. 03

    Acceleration

    What to check: Observe engine responsiveness and ease of acceleration.

    Red flag: Lags or hesitations in acceleration

  4. 04

    City driving

    What to check: Test brakes for responsiveness and noises.

    Red flag: Soft brake pedal or grinding noises

  5. 05

    Highway acceleration

    What to check: Check for smooth gear transitions and engine power.

    Red flag: Difficulty shifting gears

  6. 06

    Final idle

    What to check: Look for engine overheating or warning lights.

    Red flag: Engine overheating or warning lights on

Questions for the seller

Use this exact phrasing.

  1. Has the parking brake recall been addressed?
  2. Are there any issues with the wheelchair lift?
  3. Have there been any fuel line leaks repaired?
  4. Is there a complete service history available?
  5. Have the barrier pad issues been resolved?

Documents to request

Don't sign anything until you have these.

  • Service history report
  • Recall repair records
  • Vehicle title
  • Accident history
  • Wheelchair lift inspection certification

Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2007 Blue Bird All American at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.

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