Blue Bird Vision recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

July 19, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2015–2017 Blue Bird Vision

Recall number

16V542000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,902 units

Why it was recalled

A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Vision school buses manufactured July 3, 2014, to June 24, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, possibly resulting in line damage and a propane fuel leak.

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any Gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R16YT-SB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.