Blue Bird Vision recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

December 12, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2013–2020 Blue Bird Vision, Vision School Bus

Recall number

18V884000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,169 units

Why it was recalled

A hydraulic brake fluid leak or a fuel line failure can increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision school buses equipped with the Ford 6.8L V10 engines. The hydraulic brake lines or transmission shifter cable may have been improperly routed, causing the brake line to be exposed to excessive heat, and leak hydraulic brake fluid. Additionally, the transmission shifter cable could contact the gasoline fuel supply line to the engine which may result in a fuel leak.

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket which will insulate the brake lines from excessive heat, control routing of the brake lines, and secure the transmission shifter cable away from the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZV-SB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.