2010 BLUE BIRD VISION
25 recalls, 2 complaints - 32 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
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.
13V200000 May 15, 2013
SEATS
Defect Description
Blue Bird is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2014 All American and Vision model school buses manufactured from August 25, 2009, through March 19, 2013, and equipped with C. E. White Inc. Flip Seats models Quasi Static "QSJ11" (30", 36", 39" and 45"), Student Safety Seat "SSSJ" (30", 36", 3... Read more
Consequence
When a Flip Seat is installed in front of another passenger seat, it is possible for the occupant of the rearward passenger seat to insert their toes and/or foot into the lower frame area of the Flip Seat. When a vehicle passenger occupies the Flip Seat, pushing the seat bottom downward to the hori... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a safety guard to prevent passengers from placing their toes or feet in the opening on the back of the subject Flip Seats, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242 for more information. ... Read more
12V218000 May 15, 2012
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD CORPORATION (BLUE BIRD) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 THROUGH 2013 ALL AMERICAN AND VISION NON SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 30, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 4, 2012 AND EQUIPPED WITH AIR BRAKES. THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY AIR BRAKE LINES MAY HAVE BEEN CROSSED AT THE BRAKE TREADLE VALVE... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEM, INCORRECT INSTALLATION OF THE AIR BRAKE LINES COULD RESULT IN A REDUCTION OR COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE ACTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 23, , 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
12V217000 May 15, 2012
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD CORPORATION (BLUE BIRD) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 THROUGH 2013 ALL AMERICAN AND VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 30, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 4, 2012 AND EQUIPPED WITH AIR BRAKES. THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY AIR BRAKE LINES MAY HAVE BEEN CROSSED AT THE BRAKE TREADLE VALVE. I... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEM, INCORRECT INSTALLATION OF THE AIR BRAKE LINES COULD RESULT IN A REDUCTION OR COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE ACTION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 23, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
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
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
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
10V629000 Dec 16, 2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 MODEL VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 13, 2009, THROUGH DECEMBER 15, 2010. ON SOME BUSES, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE PEDAL MAY DEFORM UPON APPLICATION WHICH MAY PREVENT THE PARKING BRAKE FROM FULLY APPLYING.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION MAY PERMIT THE BUS TO ROLL UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN PARKED WHICH COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH TO AN INDIVIDUAL WITHIN THE PATH OF THE ROLLING BUS.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 14, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
10V298000 Jun 29, 2010
SEATS
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 ALL AMERICAN AND VISION MODEL SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 25, 2009 THROUGH JANUARY 12, 2010. THE DRIVER'S SEAT SHOCK DAMPER MAY BREAK ALLOWING THE DRIVER'S SEAT TO UNEXPECTEDLY DROP TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT THIS SHOULD OCCUR WHILE THE BUS IS IN OPERATION, THE DRIVER MAY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE SEAT SHOCK AS NECESSARY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 1-478-822-2242.
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.
09V441000 Nov 17, 2009
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
BLUE BIRD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 VISION SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MAY 12 AND SEPTEMBER 10, 2009 THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL WHEELCHAIR LIFT. THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT POWER CABLE MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH THE ENGINE EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
Consequence
SHOULD THE CABLE CONTACT THE MANIFOLD, ITS INSULATION WOULD MELT CAUSING A POTENTIAL FOR A DIRECT SHORT WHICH COULD RESULTIN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy
BLUE BIRD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT POWER CABLE AND REPAIR IF NECESSARY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT 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.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 30, 2010
Incident date: Aug 11, 2010
VEHICLES ABS LIGHT CAME ON WHILE TRANSPORTING CHILDREN BUT EVENTUALLY WENT OUT. WE HAVE RECEIVED 10 BUSSES THAT ALL HAVE THE SAME ABS SET-UP AND 8 OUT OF THE TEN HAVE BEEN TOOK TO THE DEALER AND HAD TO HAVE NEW ABS MODULES. FAILURE MILEAGES RANGE BUT ALL MODULES THROW THE SAME DTC'S. THEY HAVE PUT A... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Apr 12, 2010
Incident date: Apr 9, 2010
OUR BUS OPERATOR REPORTED THAT WHEN SHE WAS STOPPING FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL THE BRAKE PEDAL SUDDENLY WENT TO THE FLOOR, SHE PUT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON TO STOP THE BUS. THE BUS WAS TAKEN TO OUR MAINTENANCE SHOP, OUR MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR TESTED THE BRAKES, HE ALSO REPORTED THAT WITH THE BUS IN REVERSE... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2010 BLUE BIRD VISION
32 manufacturer communications from 24 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 3 |
| 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 2 |
| 220000 SEATS | 2 |
| 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| 220100 SEATS:BARRIERS | 1 |
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
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-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-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
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-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-RJ
Apr 15, 2010
116100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, WHEN IGNITION IS OFF AND FUEL FILL DOOR IS OPEN, THE ENGINE WOULD CONTINUE TO RUN. *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-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-10-RJ
Apr 15, 2010
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, WHEN IGNITION IS OFF AND FUEL FILL DOOR IS OPEN, THE ENGINE WOULD CONTINUE TO RUN. *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-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
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
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
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
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
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