Blue Bird Vision recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 11, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

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

Recall number

18V881000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6 units

Why it was recalled

Unintended movement can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019 Blue Bird All American and Vision transit buses. The parking brake cable may disengage from the foot pedal assembly, possibly allowing the bus to unintentionally move. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners and dealers will install a clevis cable retention clip and cable-end return spring, free of charge. The recall began February 6, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZU-NSB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.