Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 4, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2019–2021 Blue Bird — 6 models

Recall number

19V707000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 302 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, if the roof sheets separate, there is an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2021 All American and Vision school buses. An insufficient number of rivets were installed in the roof sheets, allowing the roof sheets to separate in the event of a severe impact. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof joints and add the sufficient number of rivets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 22, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AH.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.