Blue Bird Bbcv recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

November 6, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2017–2019 Blue Bird Bbcv

Recall number

18V784000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 52 units

Why it was recalled

A damaged alternator cable could result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Blue Bird BBCV transit buses with Ford 6.8L Gen IV LPG, Gasoline, or CNG engines. The alternator cables may not be routed correctly and may contact and chafe against the air conditioning support bracket or a firewall reinforcement.

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the air conditioning bracket and the alternator cables are properly installed, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZO-NSB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.