2009 BLUE BIRD VISION
28 recalls, 6 complaints - 38 TSBs
20V235000 Apr 27, 2020
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2009-2019 Vision transit buses. The floor-mounted parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle stationary on an incline when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum weight, due to an insufficient application force. As such, these vehicles fail to c... Read more
Consequence
A parking brake system that is set to an insufficient application force may result in an increased possibility of unintended vehicle movement, which increases the risk of injury to bystanders.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mounted park brake application force hand lever assembly and adjust the application force, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 478-822-2242. B... Read more
20V234000 Apr 27, 2020
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2006-2021 Vision and 2007-2013 All American school buses. The floor-mounted parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle stationary on an incline when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum weight, due to an insufficient application force. As suc... Read more
Consequence
A parking brake system that is set to an insufficient application force may result in an increased possibility of unintended vehicle movement, which increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mounted park brake application force hand lever assembly and correct the application force, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 478-822-2242. ... Read more
20V125000 Mar 3, 2020
SEATS:BARRIERS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2008-2021 Vision and All American school buses. The seat barrier behind the driver seat with an integrated 3-point seat belt may have been installed incorrectly and may be missing the reinforcing bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to compl... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat barrier may not adequately protect the occupant seated behind the seat barrier separating them from the driver seat with integrated 3-point seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly install the seat barrier including adding reinforcing bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 23, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for ... Read more
16V101000 Feb 23, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2009 Vision transit buses manufactured from November 27, 2007, through February 18, 2008, and equipped with Caterpillar C707 engines. In the affected buses, the positive starter cable may be incorrectly attached to the same Power Di... Read more
Consequence
Exposure to high current draw may cause the battery cable to overheat, melt the wire insulation and increase the risk of a short circuit and a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the starter cable to the chassis power stud. Any damaged battery cables will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue ... Read more
16V100000 Feb 23, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Vision school buses manufactured from May 10, 2007, through March 5, 2008 and equipped with Caterpillar C707 engines. In the affected buses, the positive starter cable may be incorrectly attached to the same Power Distribu... Read more
Consequence
Exposure to high current draw may cause the battery cable to overheat, melt the wire insulation and increase the risk of a short circuit and a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the starter cable to the chassis power stud. Any damaged battery cables will be replaced. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue ... Read more
15V731000 Nov 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American and Vision and 2007-2011 Micro Bird transit buses equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014 by the Ricon Corporat... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-47... Read more
15V730000 Nov 4, 2015
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American, Vision, 2007-2011 Micro Bird, and 2007-2008 Conventional school buses, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured January 1, 2006, to August 25, 2014... Read more
Consequence
If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1... Read more
14V511000 Aug 19, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American, 2007-2010 Micro Bird, and 2007-2014 Vision non-school buses equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer servic... Read more
14V510000 Aug 19, 2014
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2007-2015 All American and Vision, 2007-2011 Micro Bird, and 2007-2008 Conventional school buses equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platfo... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on October 1, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer servic... Read more
13V332000 Jul 31, 2013
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 All American and Vision school buses manufactured March 10, 2006, through June 18, 2013; and equipped with optional transit sliding windows. Joint adhesive may not have been applied at the interior and exterior body window panel joint... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a vehicle crash, there is an increased risk that the window panels may separate and fall onto occupants causing injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install additional rivets at the window panel joints, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-825-2021. Blue Bird's recall number is R13WM.
12V153000 Apr 5, 2012
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2011 ALL AMERICAN, VISION, AND MICRO BIRD SCHOOL BUSES EQUIPPED WITH BRAUN VISTA-2 WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. OVER TIME AND WITH FREQUENT USE, THE ROLL STOP LATCHES ON THE OUTER BARRIER MAY BECOME BENT OR MISALIGNED.
Consequence
A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIRÂ’S OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED BRAUN DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 26, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
11V499000 Oct 14, 2011
SEATS:BARRIERS
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 THROUGH 2012 ALL AMERICAN, 2006 THROUGH 2011 VISION, AND 2006 CONVENTIONAL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 19, 2005, AND MAY 3, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH 2-PASSENGER SEATS INSTALLED FORWARD OF THE 39" BARRIER. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE BARRIER... Read more
Consequence
THE SEAT OCCUPANTS MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 18, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
11V247000 Apr 22, 2011
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 THROUGH 2012 VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 7, 2008, THROUGH JANUARY 19, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL FUEL FILTER LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S CONTROL MODULE. DUE TO ROUTING AND CLAMPING VARIATIONS, THE FUEL LINE ON UNITS EQUIPPED WITH AN ... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR CONTACT/RUBBING WITH THE TRANSMISSION COVER. FUEL LINES FOUND TO BE CONTACTING OR RUBBING WILL BE REPOSITIONED. ANY DAMAGED FUEL FILTER HOSES FOUND WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTA... Read more
11V175000 Mar 15, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 VISION NON SCHOOL BUSES. THE DASH INSTRUMENT PANEL ABS INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE ABS CIRCUIT IS DISCONNECTED AT THE MAIN ABS MODULE. ACCORDINGLY, THESE BUSES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE ... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT THE ABS CIRCUIT DISCONNECTS FROM THE MAIN ABS MODULE, THE BUS OPERATOR WOULD BE UNAWARE OF THE FAILURE OF THE ABS SYSTEM AND THE ASSOCIATED REDUCED BRAKING FUNCTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD IS CURRENTLY WORKING WITH STONERIDGE TO PRODUCE SOFTWARE THAT DEALERS CAN USE TO REPROGRAM THE DASH INSTRUMENT PANEL. BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS ONCE THE SOFTWARE UPDATE BECOMES AVAILABLE. THE AFFECTED BUSES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2011. O... Read more
11V174000 Mar 15, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2011 VISION SCHOOL BUSES. THE DASH INSTRUMENT PANEL ABS INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE ABS CIRCUIT IS DISCONNECTED AT THE MAIN ABS MODULE. ACCORDINGLY, THESE BUSES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFE... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT THE ABS CIRCUIT DISCONNECTS FROM THE MAIN ABS MODULE, THE BUS OPERATOR WOULD BE UNAWARE OF THE FAILURE OF THE ABS SYSTEM AND THE ASSOCIATED REDUCED BRAKING FUNCTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD IS CURRENTLY WORKING WITH STONERIDGE TO PRODUCE SOFTWARE THAT DEALERS CAN USE TO REPROGRAM THE DASH INSTRUMENT PANEL. BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS ONCE THE SOFTWARE UPDATE BECOMES AVAILABLE. THE AFFECTED BUSES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 23, 2011. O... Read more
10V290000 Jun 28, 2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 ALL AMERICAN, VISION, AND EXCEL 102 MODEL NON SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 17, 2007 THROUGH NOVEMBER 13, 2008, EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C7 ENGINES. THE #5 AND #6 FUEL LINES MAY CRACK AT THE FASTENING POINT TO THE COMMON FUEL RAIL AN... Read more
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD IS WORKING WITH CATERPILLAR TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED CATERPILLAR DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-447-4986 OR BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
10V289000 Jun 28, 2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 ALL AMERICAN AND VISION MODEL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 23, 2007 THROUGH MARCH 9, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C7 ENGINES. THE #5 AND #6 FUEL LINES MAY CRACK AT THE FASTENING POINT TO THE COMMON FUEL RAIL AND CAUSE A FUEL LEAK.
Consequence
A FUEL LEAK, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD IS WORKING WITH CATERPILLER TO NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED CATERPILLAR DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-447-4986 OR BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
10V169000 Apr 23, 2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2009 VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 30, 2003 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 24, 2008. THE POWER CABLES RUNNING TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION UNIT STUD AND DRIVER'S CONTROL MODULE STUD MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH THE LUG (EYELET) FLAT SIDE UP. W... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE BUSES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN MAY 26, 2020. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
10V170000 Apr 23, 2010
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2009 VISION NON-SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 19, 2003 THROUGH JULY 2, 2008. THE POWER CABLES RUNNING TO THE POWER DISTRIBUTION UNIT STUD AND DRIVER'S CONTROL MODULE STUD MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH THE LUG (EYELET) FLAT SIDE UP. W... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE BUSES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 26, 2020. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
09V335000 Aug 25, 2009
OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 ALL AMERICAN, VISION, AND MICRO BIRD SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 18, 2008 AND FEBRUARY 11, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH SPECIALTY MANUFACTURING, INC. (SMI) 000290 LED LIGHT KITS. A CHANGE TO THE WIRE USED IN THE LED LIGHT KITS MAY REDUCE TH... Read more
Consequence
SHOULD THE LED LIGHTS STOP FUNCTIONING, VISIBILITY OF A STOPPED BUS WOULD BE DECREASED, POSSIBLY ENDANGERING A CHILD OR PEDESTRIAN TO INJURY BY PASSING VEHICLES.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE BUSES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY SMI. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SMI WARRANTY SERVICE AT 1-800-951-7867 OR BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
09V328000 Aug 13, 2009
SEATS
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 ALL AMERICAN, VISION, MICRO BIRD, AND CONVENTIONAL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JANUARY 30, 2003 AND MAY 7, 2009. INCORRECT OFFSET LEG BARRIER PADS OR 2/3 SEAT BACK PADS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. BUSES WITH INCORRECT PADS INSTALLED FA... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT(S).
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE BUSES WILL BE REPAIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
09V284000 Jul 23, 2009
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING 7,772 MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 27, 2007 THROUGH JUNE 10, 2009. THE LID GASKET ON THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR MAY DETERIORATE AND CONTAMINATE THE POWER STEERING FLUID WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST.
Consequence
LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
09V251000 Jul 6, 2009
SEATS
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING 69 MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 MICRO BIRD AND VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 29, 2007 THROUGH MAY 2, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL 34 INCH OFFSET BARRIER. THE OFFSET LEG OF THE BARRIER FRAME MAY HAVE BEEN LOCATED INCORRECTLY AND INCORRECT PADDING MAY HAVE BEE... Read more
Consequence
VEHICLE OCCUPANTS MAY SUFFER INJURIES IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE BARRIER PADS WITH A NEW DESIGNED PAD FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 12, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
09V214000 Jun 11, 2009
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING 377 MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 VISION CONVENTIONAL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 13, 2008 THROUGH MAY 17, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH PROPANE ENGINES. THE POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE MAY LEAK AND/OR FAIL RESULTING IN LOSS OF HYDRAULIC STEERING ASSIST.
Consequence
LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 30, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-422-2242.
09V075000 Mar 9, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING 3,419 MY 2008 AND 2009 VISION CONVENTIONAL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 18, 2007 THROUGH OCTOBER 29, 2008, EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C7 AND C7 07 ENGINES. INCORRECT BOLTS AND/OR SPACERS MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED TO ATTACH THE FAN BLADE TO THE FAN CLUTCH.
Consequence
AS A RESULT, THE FAN BLADE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CLUTCH AND POTENTIALLY CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY TO PERSONS IN OR NEAR THE FRONT OF THE BUS. THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE SERVICED WITH THE HOOD OPEN AND THE ENGINE RUNNING UNTIL THE BOLTS/SPACERS HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND, IF NEEDED, REPL... Read more
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 7, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
08V312000 Jul 11, 2008
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE CHASSIS FRAME MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED OR RETAINED ON CERTAIN 2004 THROUGH 2009 MY BLUE BIRD VISION CONVENTIONAL SCHOOL AND TRANSIT BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 11, 2004 THROUGH APRIL 22, 2008.
Consequence
IMPROPER ROUTING OR RETENTION OF THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES MAY RESULT IN BRAKE HOSES CHAFFING AGAINST THE BUS BODY AND/OR CHASSIS COMPONENTS WHICH COULD CAUSE A LEAK IN THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM RESULTING IN REDUCED BRAKING CAPACITY WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSPECT AND REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 8, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
08V309000 Jul 10, 2008
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Defect Description
A PLUG ON THE OUTLET SIDE OF THE FUEL PUMP CAN CRACK ON CERTAIN 2008 AND 2009 MY BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN AND VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 23, 2007 THROUGH JULY 4, 2008, EQUIPPED WITH CATERPILLAR C7 ENGINES.
Consequence
A CRACK IN THIS PLUG CAN RESULT IN A HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SPRAY OR LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD IS WORKING IN CONJUNCTION WITH CATERPILLAR TO NOTIFY OWNERS TO CONTACT THEIR LOCAL CATERPILLAR DEALER FOR A FREE REMEDY. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CATERPILLAR AT 1-800-447-4986 OR BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
08V229000 May 20, 2008
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING 23,464 MY 2005 THROUGH 2009 ALL AMERICAN AND VISION SCHOOL AND TRANSIT MODEL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 22, 2004, AND MARCH 28, 2008, AND MY 2004 THROUGH 2007 ALL AMERICAN SCHOOL BUSES AND CONVENTIONAL MODEL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 6, 2003, THROUGH JUNE 16, 2... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THESE PANELS MAY SEPARATE EXPOSING THE OCCUPANTS TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSPECT AND REPAIR THE BUSES BY ADDING ADDITIONAL RIVETS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 478-822-2242.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 1 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Jan 27, 2012
Incident date: Dec 22, 2010
OF THE SIX THEY OPERATE ALL HAVE FAILED, WITH AN AVERAGE MILEAGE OF 29,000 AND 500 DAYS IN SERVICE FOR THE FIRST FAILURE. SECOND FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED ON TWO OF THE BUSES: BOTH AT ABOUT 300 DAYS AND 19,000 MILES SINCE THE PREVIOUS FAILURE. WHEN THE HOSE FAILS IT IS A MAJOR LEAK AND THE VEHICLES HAV... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Jun 21, 2010
Incident date: Jun 16, 2010
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL BUS 29429 DEVELOPED A FUEL LEAK AT THE #6 INJECTOR WHILE IN OPERATION. THE FUEL LEAK WAS ATOMIZING FUEL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE BUS IS A 2009 BLUEBIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS EQUIPPED WITH A C7 CATERPILLAR ENGINE. THE CCSD HAS HAD SEVERAL OF THESE UNITS DEVELOP SIMILAR LEAKS. ... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Jan 26, 2010
Incident date: Jan 20, 2010
HIGH FAILURE RATE FOR HEATER MOTOR BLOWER CAGE FOR SCHOOLBUS STEP WELL. BLOWER CAGE DESTRUCTS. THIS HAPPENS FREQUENTLY. THIS CREATES A SAFETY DEFECT BECAUSE THE HEAT IS NEEDED TO KEEP STEPS FREE OF ICE AND SNOW. THIS HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES IN THE LAST YEAR AND PARTS ARE NOT ALWAYS AVAILABLE DUE T... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Oct 23, 2009
Incident date: Sep 15, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BLUEBIRD VISION. WHILE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE HE NOTICED THAT THE RUBBER ON THE FLOOR BEGAN TO SEPARATE FROM THE BASE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER AND THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 8200. UPDATED 11/10/09 *CN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
May 21, 2009
Incident date: May 18, 2009
A 2009 BLUEBIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS DEVELOPED A FUEL (DIESEL) LEAK AND CAUGHT FIRE. IT FULLY ENGULFED THE BUS BURNING IT TO A TOTAL LOSS. ONE SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENT, A TRANSPORTATION AIDE, AND THE DRIVER WERE ON BOARD. ALL EVACUATED SAFELY. WE RECENTLY RECEIVED 46 OF THESE BUSES (ALL CONFIGURED THE SA... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 20, 2009
Incident date: Jan 19, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE DRIVER OBSERVED THAT WHENEVER THE DECREASE CONTROL MODE WAS SELECTED THERE WAS AN INCREASE IN THE ENGINE SET CRUISING SPEED. THE DECREASE SELECTION RESPONSE FAILURE OCC... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 BLUE BIRD VISION
38 manufacturer communications from 30 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 6 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 3 |
| 111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES | 2 |
| 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 2 |
| 220000 SEATS | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 2 |
SM1905
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SM1905: Blue Bird Vantage Dash Fault Codes Website Blue Bird Vantage "Dash Fault Codes" website page has been updated to include additional new fault codes for all applicable system types (brake, engine, and transmission). Also, "Powertr
SM1608
Dec 8, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Blue Bird Support Center - Technical Bus Support: Dealer memo to announce the new on-line Blue Bird Support Center for technical bus support requests.
SM1601
Jan 14, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for assisting in the service of the Blue Bird products. These troubleshooting guides are available on the Vantage website.
SU-1503
Dec 1, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BLUE BIRD: CORRECT INFORMATION PROVIDED FOR THE FRONT HUB TORQUE SPECIFICATION, NOT FOUND IN MANUALS FOR CERTAIN BUSES FOR HUB AND ROTOR ASSEMBLY AND FRONT INSTALLATION. MODEL 2005-14 VISION, ALL-AMERICAN AND ACTIVITY. *PE
SB-S-12VC
Jun 13, 2012
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
BLUE BIRD: CLICK DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. BREAKAWAY ADAPTER FAILS TO MEET NFPA 58 REQUIREMENTS FOR 90 DEGREE ZINC. THE NEW STEEL FITTING AND BREAKAWAY ADAPTER WOULD REPLACE EXISTING 90 DEGREE ZINC FITTING. *PE
SB-S-12TX
Apr 17, 2012
015200 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO CLAMPS NOT BEING TORQUED TO PROPER SPECIFICATION, CLAMPS FOR POWER STEERING HOUSE MAY LEAK. MODEL YEARS 2009-2013. *PE
SB-S-1005
Dec 1, 2011
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
BLUE BIRD BUS: THE ELECTRIC DOOR DRIVE PLATE ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN UPDATED FOR OUTWARD ELECTRIC OPENING ENTRANCE DOOR. *PE
SB-S-10-SR
Dec 13, 2010
220000 SEATS
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, WITH TRACK MOUNTED MODULAR SEATS, A DECAL MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH INCORRECT TRACK SEATING INSTRUCTIONS. *PE
SB-S-10-SR
Dec 13, 2010
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, WITH TRACK MOUNTED MODULAR SEATS, A DECAL MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH INCORRECT TRACK SEATING INSTRUCTIONS. *PE
SB-S-10-SN
Sep 29, 2010
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION REGARDING FUEL LINES AND WIRING HARNESSES BE SECURED SEPARATELY AND NOT TOGETHER ABOVE AND OVER TRANSMISSION AND REAR SUSPENSION. *PE
SB-S-10-SK
Aug 26, 2010
113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STARTER MOUNTING BOLTS, ON THE FLANGE, IS TOO LARGE AND NOT SEATING PROPERLY WHICH CAUSES IT TO BE LOOSE AND HAVE STARTING PROBLEMS. *PE
SB-S-10-SB
Aug 2, 2010
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE WABCO HYDRAULIC BRAKE MODULATOR MOTOR MAY CORRODE DUE TO MOTOR COVER FILLING UP WITH WATER. *PE
SB-S-10-SA
Jun 15, 2010
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, ENGINE COOLANT MAY LEAK, DUE TO LOW COOLANT SENSOR, FROM SURGE TANK TO ENGINE HARNESS CONNECTOR AND WICK, THROUGH TO ENGINE ECM AND OTHER COMPONENT
SB-S-10-SA
Jun 15, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, ENGINE COOLANT MAY LEAK, DUE TO LOW COOLANT SENSOR, FROM SURGE TANK TO ENGINE HARNESS CONNECTOR AND WICK, THROUGH TO ENGINE ECM AND OTHER COMPONENT
SB-S-10-RP
Apr 15, 2010
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES EQUIPPED WITH PROPANE ENGINES, A BATTERY DRAIN MIGHT OCCUR OVER TIME, WHEN ENGINE IS NOT BEING OPERATED. *PE
SB-S-40-RN
Apr 15, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE HEAT SHIELDS HAS BEEN ELIMINATED AND MAY CAUSE THE KNOCK SENSOR TO FAIL DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT. *PE
SB-S-10-RD
Feb 9, 2010
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE ENGINE COOLANT AND/OR TRANSMISSION MAY BECOME CONTAMINATED DUE TO HIGH PRESSURE CYCLING OF INTERNAL TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER OF RADIATOR ASSEMBLY BECOMING FATIGUE. *PE
SB-S-10-RD
Feb 9, 2010
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE ENGINE COOLANT AND/OR TRANSMISSION MAY BECOME CONTAMINATED DUE TO HIGH PRESSURE CYCLING OF INTERNAL TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER OF RADIATOR ASSEMBLY BECOMING FATIGUE. *PE
SB-S-10-RD
Feb 9, 2010
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE ENGINE COOLANT AND/OR TRANSMISSION MAY BECOME CONTAMINATED DUE TO HIGH PRESSURE CYCLING OF INTERNAL TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER OF RADIATOR ASSEMBLY BECOMING FATIGUE. *PE
SB-S-09-PC
Mar 5, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLUE BIRD BUS: ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE OIL COOLER LINE INSULATION OR OIL COOLER LINES, MAY BECOME DAMAGED IF IT COMES IN CONTACT WITH ENGINE EXHAUST DOWN PIPE. *PE
SB-S-09-PC
Mar 5, 2009
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
BLUE BIRD BUS: ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE OIL COOLER LINE INSULATION OR OIL COOLER LINES, MAY BECOME DAMAGED IF IT COMES IN CONTACT WITH ENGINE EXHAUST DOWN PIPE. *PE
SB-S-09-PA
Feb 27, 2009
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE WRONG DISCONNECT STUD(S) SWITCH MAY BE CONNECTED TO BATTERY DISCONNECT JUMPER CABLE SWITCH. *PE
SB-S-08-NR
Dec 18, 2008
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE FAN BLADE WAS INSTALLED TO THE FAN CLUTCH WITH INCORRECT LENGTH BOLTS AND/OR SPACERS, WHICH MAY SEPARATE FROM CLUTCH AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO BLADE.
SB-S-08-NP
Dec 5, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SOME MODEL YEAR BUSSES MAY HAVE INCORRECTLY ROUTED GRID HEATER POWER SUPPLY CABLE, THAT MAY NEED TO BE RELOCATED TO CHASSIS POWER STUD IF ON ELECTRONIC POWER STUD. *PE
SU-S-0802
Sep 28, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLUE BIRD: UPDATE INFORMATION ON SOME MODEL YEAR BUSES REGARDING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES (ECM) RECALIBRATION OF ISB AND ISC ENGINES. *PE
SB-S-08-MY
Feb 28, 2008
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SOME MODEL YEAR VEHICLE EXPERIENCE SHUTTING DOWN AFTER STARTING UP DUE TO POSITIVE JUMPER CABLE BEING INCORRECTLY ROUTED TO ELECTRICAL POWER STUD INSTEAD OF CHASSIS POWER STUD.
SB-S08
Feb 28, 2008
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
BLUE BIRD BUS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE POSITIVE JUMPER CABLE IS ROUTED INCORRECTLY. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE MAY EXPERIENCE SHUTDOWN AFTER INITIAL START UP. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION THE JUMPER CA
SU-S-0706
Aug 8, 2007
220100 SEATS:BARRIERS
BLUE BIRD: INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED REGARDING MAINTENANCE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM SEAT FLOOR TRACKS. *PE
SU-S-0706
Aug 8, 2007
220000 SEATS
BLUE BIRD: INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED REGARDING MAINTENANCE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM SEAT FLOOR TRACKS. *PE
SB-S0701
Jun 6, 2007
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
BLUE BIRD BUS: RE-ISSUE SERVICE UPDATE ENGINE COOLANTS. THE COOLING SYSTEM ON THE BUSES BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND MONITORED TO INSURE PROPER OPERATION OF YOUR COOLING SYSTEM. *PE
SB-S0701
Jun 6, 2007
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
BLUE BIRD BUS: RE-ISSUE SERVICE UPDATE ENGINE COOLANTS. THE COOLING SYSTEM ON THE BUSES BE PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND MONITORED TO INSURE PROPER OPERATION OF YOUR COOLING SYSTEM. *PE
SU-S-0705
May 14, 2007
017500 STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
BLUE BIRD: FOR SOME MODEL YEAR BUSES, FRONT AXLES UNDERGONE SEVERAL CHANGES REGARDING TIE RODS NOT BEING INTERCHANGEABLE WHEN REPLACEMENT SERVICE IS REQUIRED. *PE
SB-S-07-LM
Mar 5, 2007
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE BICYCLE CRANK ARM, IN WIPER ASSEMBLY, MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO DESIGN BEING OUT OF SPECIFICATION. *PE
SB-S-70-LJ
Mar 1, 2007
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION ON EXCESSIVE CYCLING OF ENGINE COOLING FAN AND SHUTTER AND HOW TO INSTALL THERMO SWITCHES FOR COOLING SYSTEM AND CHARGE AIR SYSTEM. *PE
SB-S-70-LJ
Mar 1, 2007
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION ON EXCESSIVE CYCLING OF ENGINE COOLING FAN AND SHUTTER AND HOW TO INSTALL THERMO SWITCHES FOR COOLING SYSTEM AND CHARGE AIR SYSTEM. *PE
SB-S-06-KH
Mar 7, 2006
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON SOME BUSES, A GUARD WAS DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE SNAGGING OF BAG STRAPS AND JACKET POCKETS ON AIR POWER ENTRANCE DOORS' EMERGENCY RELEASE LEVER. *PE
No comms 2022-10
Oct 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for October 2022 for Blue Bird Body Company.
No comms 2023-12
Jan 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for December 2023 for Blue Bird Body Company.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, BLUE BIRD VISION
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE23004
Opened: Mar 17, 2023 , Closed: Feb 28, 2024
Blue Bird Draglink Failures
On March 17, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-004 to investigate instances of drag link separation in model year (MY) 2016-2020 Vision school buses manufactured by Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird). Since drag links are serviceable items that can wear out, ODI opened this... Read more
PE10018
Opened: May 27, 2010 , Closed: Jul 9, 2010
Engine Compartment Fires
This investigation was opened after ODI became aware of four engine compartment fires allegedly related to fuel leakage from the engine's fuel injector system.ODI conducted field examinations and communicated the identified concerns to Blue Bird.ODI also had discussions with Caterpillar, the engine ... Read more
PE09029
Opened: Jun 5, 2009 , Closed: Aug 28, 2009
SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ASSIST STEERING
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI RECEIVED SIX FLEET COMPLAINTS (19 BUSES TOTAL) ALLEGING REPEATED ISSUES OF THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR GASKET FAILING.IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE DEGRADED GASKET FELL INTO THE POWER STEERING PUMP, RESULTING IN AN INCREASEDSTEERING EFFORT.ODI IS AWARE OF TWO BUSES... Read more
PE09007
Opened: Feb 12, 2009 , Closed: Apr 9, 2009
COOLING FAN SEPARATION
A BLUE BIRD CORPORATION SERVICE BULLETIN DATED DECEMBER 18, 2008, WARNS OWNERS THAT THE RADIATOR COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED USINGINCORRECTLY SIZED BOLTS AND SPACERS ONMODEL YEARS 2008 AND 2009 VISION SCHOOL BUSES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE FAN BLADE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CLUT... Read more
PE09001
Opened: Jan 5, 2009 , Closed: Mar 4, 2009
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI LEARNED ABOUT A FIREALLEGED TO HAVE STARTED FROM THE MAIN BATTERY CABLE CHAFING AT THE REAR OF THE ENGINE.THE SUBJECT BUS WAS A NEW 2008 MODEL AND THE BATTERY CABLE RUNS FROM THE ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BLOCK TO THE BATTERY.THE PROBLEM ONLY AFFECTS BUSES EQUIPPED ... Read more
PE08038
Opened: Jun 4, 2008 , Closed: Aug 4, 2008
HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE CHAFING/LEAKING
IN APRIL, 2008, ODI RECEIVED A LETTER FROM THE MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL ALLEGING THAT THEIR FIELD INSPECTORSWEREFINDING HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES THAT WEREBEING CUT OR CRUSHED BY THE SHARP EDGES OF THE BUS BODY AT THE FIREWALL.THEY ALSO SUPPLIED INFORMATION ON ONE BUS THAT EXPERIENCED TOTAL BRAKE L... Read more
PE06026
Opened: Jul 10, 2006 , Closed: Aug 31, 2006
OVER STRESSED BATTERY CABLES
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI WAS NOTIFIED BY THE GSA AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DIVISION THAT THEY HAVE HAD THREE INCIDENTS WHERE ABATTERY CABLE TERMINAL END FAILED. GSA REPORTED THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE AS BEING TOO SHORT AND BEING STRESSED DURING NORMAL OPERATION RESULTING IN A COMPLETE S... Read more
PE06014
Opened: Apr 6, 2006 , Closed: Jul 13, 2006
BRAKE AIR PRESSURE BUZZER INOPERATIVE
SEE CLOSING REPORT.
BLUE BIRD VISION - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BLUE BIRD VISION across all model years (2004, 2019).
399
Total Recalls
24
Total Complaints
8
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
BLUE BIRD VISION - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.