32 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Posted on: 2021-02-12
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2020-2022 vision and all american buses. The seats with integrated 3-point seat belts may have been installed incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence
An incorrectly installed seat can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seats and install any missing hardware, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin april 9, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21bb-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
Posted on: 2021-02-18
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2021-2022 vision and 2022 all american school buses equipped with hydraulic brakes and electronic stability control (esc). The hydraulic brake control unit (ecu) may not have been programmed correctly, possibly causing the esc to malfunction.
Consequence
If the electronic stability control does not function properly, it can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic brake ecu and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on april 9, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21bc-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2021-04-23
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2022 vision and all american transit buses. A retainer was not properly seated in the sc-3 single check valve and may not provide source air isolation when pressure is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, air brake system.
Consequence
Unintended spring brake application may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sc-3 check valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were on mailed june 2, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21be-nsb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2021-04-23
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2020-2022 vision and all american school buses. A retainer was not properly seated in the sc-3 single check valve and may not provide source air isolation when pressure is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, air brake system.
Consequence
Unintended spring brake application may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sc-3 check valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on june 2, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21be-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-09
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022 vision school buses equipped with cross-view mirrors and a mobileye collision mitigation system. Due to the current placement of the mobileye camera, the camera could partially or fully obstruct the driver's view of the passenger side cross-view mirror. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
An obstructed view of the passenger side cross-view mirror increases the risk of injury for pedestrians.
Corrective Action
Dealers will change the location of the camera and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on november 3, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21bl-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2021-04-23
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2022 vision and all american transit buses. A retainer was not properly seated in the sc-3 single check valve and may not provide source air isolation when pressure is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, air brake system.
Consequence
Unintended spring brake application may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sc-3 check valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were on mailed november 18, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21be-nsb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2021-04-23
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2020-2022 vision and all american school buses. A retainer was not properly seated in the sc-3 single check valve and may not provide source air isolation when pressure is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, air brake system.
Consequence
Unintended spring brake application may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sc-3 check valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 18, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21be-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #8 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-09
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022 vision school buses equipped with cross-view mirrors and a mobileye collision mitigation system. Due to the current placement of the mobileye camera, the camera could partially or fully obstruct the driver's view of the passenger side cross-view mirror. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
An obstructed view of the passenger side cross-view mirror increases the risk of injury for pedestrians.
Corrective Action
Dealers will change the location of the camera and update the software, free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on november 2, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on march 31, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21bl-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Posted on: 2021-04-23
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2020-2022 vision and all american school buses. A retainer was not properly seated in the sc-3 single check valve and may not provide source air isolation when pressure is applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 121, air brake system.
Consequence
Unintended spring brake application may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sc-3 check valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 18, 2021. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21be-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #10 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Posted on: 2021-09-09
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022 vision school buses equipped with cross-view mirrors and a mobileye collision mitigation system. Due to the current placement of the mobileye camera, the camera could partially or fully obstruct the driver's view of the passenger side cross-view mirror. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.
Consequence
An obstructed view of the passenger side cross-view mirror increases the risk of injury for pedestrians.
Corrective Action
Dealers will change the location of the camera and update the software, free of charge. Owners were notified of the defect on november 2, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on march 31, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r21bl-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #11 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision school buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission cable may not have sufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (school bus).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #12 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision school buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission cable may not have sufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (school bus).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #13 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision school buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission cable may not have sufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (school bus).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #14 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision school buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission cable may not have sufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (school bus).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #15 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #16 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #17 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #18 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2022. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #19 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #20 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #21 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #22 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #23 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #24 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #25 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #26 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #27 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #28 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #29 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #30 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2022-10-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3l gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed february 9, 2023. Owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r22cb (nsb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #31 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Posted on: 2024-02-05
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2021-2024 vision school buses. Firmware in the multiplex module may cause the warning lights to deactivate and the stop arm to retract without warning.
Consequence
An unintended deactivation of the warning lights and retraction of the stop arm during use increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the multiplex firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 25, 2024. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r24cx (sb).
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #32 - SEATS
Posted on: 2024-02-08
Description
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2020-2024 vision 2020-2023 all american school buses. The convertible seats may have been incorrectly installed, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence
An unsecured seat may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed march 04, 2024. Owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue bird's number for this recall is r24cm-sb.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.