Blue Bird Vision recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 19, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2018–2019 Blue Bird Vision, All American

Recall number

19V471000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 19 units

Why it was recalled

An unexpected loss of drive and power steering may increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrains. The Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) may unexpectedly shut down the high voltage contactors, resulting in loss of all systems powered by high voltage, including the traction drive system and power steering.

What to do

Cummins will notify Blue Bird owners and will update the VCU software with a revised version, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AE (SB).. Follow the official notice for full instructions.