Blue Bird Vision recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 3, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2017 Blue Bird Vision, All American

Recall number

16V265000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, the seat can separate from the base frame, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2017 All American Forward Engine transit buses manufactured February 9, 2016, to February 19, 2016 and one Vision transit bus manufactured on February 1, 2016, equipped with Freedman Integrated Child Seats (ICS) Passenger Seats. These vehicles are equipped with seats that may separate from the base frame due to bolt failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 213, "Child Restraint Systems."

What to do

Blue Bird has notified owners, and dealers will replace the seats, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R16YP-NSB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.