Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

May 12, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2020–2021 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus, All American Transit Bus

Recall number

20V267000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 46 units

Why it was recalled

Incorrect installation of the air conditioning circuit breaker increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vision and All American buses equipped with factory-installed air conditioning (A/C) systems. The A/C circuit breaker may have been installed incorrectly.

What to do

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the A/C circuit breaker, correcting it as necessary. Any damaged circuit breakers will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2020. Owner letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AR-NSB.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.