AI Damage2016 Blue Bird ALL American: common problems
The maker issued 15 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 15
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Cummins recently issued Temporary Repair Practice (TRP2484) for certain vehicles with DEF sensor failures…
Cummins recently issued Temporary Repair Practice (TRP2484) for certain vehicles with DEF sensor failures in which DEF sensor replacement parts are not available. This provides a temporary ECM calibration that inhibits…
- SM1905
Blue Bird Vantage Dash Fault Codes Website Blue Bird Vantage "Dash Fault Codes" website page has been updated to include additional new fault codes for all applicable system types (brake, engine, and transmission)…
- SM1904
New Ametek Parts & Software New Ametek instrument cluster part numbers and software now listed on the Blue Bird Dealer Vantage website. Also listed is a new Ametek gateway module and applicable software. New Ametek…
- Models Affected
2010 thru 2021 All American Subject: This update provides information on the new surge tank fill necks for All American Instructions: There is a new kit available from Part Sales; 10066291 - Kit, Neck, Surge Tank. This…
- New Blue Bird Support Center - Technical Bus Support
Dealer memo to announce the new on-line Blue Bird Support Center for technical bus support requests.
- Maximum Oil Drain Intervals for Cummins ISB 6.7
Dealer Memo is to clarify the service maximum interval for the engine oil and filter replacement, in all Driver?s Handbooks and Service Manuals for 2015 and 2016 Vision, Forward Engine All American, and TX4 products…
- Gen 4 Analog DEF Level Sensor Troubleshooting
Original Date of Issue: February 25, 2013 Revision: July 5, 2016 The Service Memorandum updates the model year range, engine models affected, and includes Tank Assembly information.
- Service Bulletin
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Nut Replacement: Certain 2015 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Visions and All Americans School and Non-School units equipped with optional Air Disc Brakes manufactured from…
- Pushout Window Latch Switch Screw Adjustment
Service Instructions to adjust push out window buzzer screw. Models Affected: All 2015 Model Year with Pushout Sash Windows. Date Range: 09/19/2013 through current, as of 02/11/16.
- T3 Electric Door Actuator Improvements
Service Update to announce the availability of a new kit from Part Sales. 10045705 - Kit, Actuator, Entrance Door, Electric, Service Only for electric operated entrance doors. Date Range: 09/19/2013 through 03/08/2017
- Service Bulletin
Rear Engine Exhaust Cables: Certain 2011 through 2017 model year Blue Bird All American Rear Engine school and non-school buses manufactured from June 5, 2010 through December 8, 2015, and equipped with optional…
- ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement
Instructions for ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement features.
NHTSA lists 15 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Blue Bird ALL American?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 15 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Blue Bird ALL American?
NHTSA lists 15 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Blue Bird ALL American from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.