Blue Bird Vision recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 17, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2017–2019 Blue Bird Vision

Recall number

18V892000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28 units

Why it was recalled

If the parking brake applies while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Vision school buses equipped with Cummins ISV5.0 diesel engines with optional CP80009 air compressors. The air compressor belt may slip, reducing air output, which may result in the parking brake automatically applying.

What to do

Blue Bird has notified owners, and dealers will replace the existing air compressor belt with a new shorter air compressor belt, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZW-SB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.