2015 BLUE BIRD VISION
27 recalls, 4 complaints - 62 TSBs
22V736000 Oct 4, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Vision school buses equipped with Ford 6.8L LPG engines. The LPG supply line may be damaged from contact with the RH park brake cable, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel lines and the park brake cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22CA-SB.
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
19V796000 Nov 6, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Vision transit buses equipped with Ford engines. The brake light switch mounting bracket may have caused the brake light switch to be incorrectly adjusted at installation and/or the brake light switch mounting bracket may deform when ... Read more
Consequence
Improperly functioning brake lights could confuse following motorists and fail to warn them that the bus may be stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird issued owners an interim notification December 10, 2019. Dealers will install a new, redesigned brake light switch mounting bracket along with a new brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue... Read more
19V795000 Nov 6, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Vision school buses equipped with Ford engines. The brake light switch mounting bracket may have caused the brake light switch to be incorrectly adjusted at installation and/or the brake light switch mounting bracket may deform when ... Read more
Consequence
Improperly functioning brake lights could confuse following motorists and fail to warn them that the bus may be stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird distributed owners an interim notification on December 10, 2019. Dealers will install a new, redesigned brake light switch mounting bracket along with a new brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-224... Read more
19V391000 May 24, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Bendix ADB22X air brakes. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Consequence
A dragging brake may cause damage to the brake components, which may activate the ABS warning light. The warning light may cause the driver to immediately stop the vehicle and transfer occupants. Additionally, the high temperatures at the wheel end can increase the risk of a fire. Either conditio... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. Blue Bird issued owners interim notification on July 18, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. B... Read more
19V082000 Feb 11, 2019
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Ricon S-Series Titanium Wheelchair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor... Read more
Consequence
If the wheelchair lift platform raises above the height of the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user could fall inwards toward the vehicle, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will replace the wheelchair lift positioning input cam, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZP-SB.
18V884000 Dec 12, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision school buses equipped with the Ford 6.8L V10 engines. The hydraulic brake lines or transmission shifter cable may have been improperly routed, causing the brake line to be exposed to excessive heat, and leak hydrauli... Read more
Consequence
A hydraulic brake fluid leak or a fuel line failure can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket which will insulate the brake lines from excessive heat, control routing of the brake lines, and secure the transmission shifter cable away from the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Blu... Read more
17V510000 Aug 17, 2017
SEATS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2019 Vision and model year 2016 All American school buses equipped with certain QS11 series convertible school bus seats supplied by CE White/HSM Solutions. The integral D-Ring mounting stud located in the upper area of the sea... Read more
Consequence
In a rear crash event, the occupant's head may contact the D-Ring mounting stud, resulting in a head injury or even death.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will equip the Integra D-Ring mounting studs with the proper padding, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17ZB-SB.
17V100000 Feb 15, 2017
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Vision school buses manufactured February 19, 2014, through March 3, 2017, equipped with a frame mounted battery box. The support brackets for these battery boxes may crack causing the battery box to separate from the chassis.
Consequence
If the battery box detaches, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the buses, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17YY-SB.
17V101000 Feb 15, 2017
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Vision transit buses equipped with frame mounted battery boxes. The support brackets for these battery boxes may crack causing the battery box to separate from the chassis.
Consequence
If the battery box detaches, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the buses, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17YY-NSB.
16V542000 Jul 19, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Vision school buses manufactured July 3, 2014, to June 24, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, poss... Read more
Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any Gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1... 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
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
15V181000 Mar 27, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision school buses manufactured June 19, 2014, to December 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the voltage inverter for the illumination of the driver's heater control panel may fail.
Consequence
An inverter failure may produce smoke and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inverter with an inverter from an alternate vendor, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YA-SB.
15V180000 Mar 27, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision non-school transit buses manufactured June 19, 2014, to December 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the voltage inverter for the illumination of the driver's heater control panel may fail.
Consequence
An inverter failure may produce smoke and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inverter with an inverter from an alternate vendor, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YA-NSB.
15V136000 Mar 10, 2015
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 All American A3FE, A3RE, T3FE, T3RE, and D3RE school buses manufactured June 28, 2012, to September 25, 2014, and 2013-2016 Vision BBCV school buses manufactured June 9, 2012, to September 30, 2014. Incorrect fasteners may... Read more
Consequence
If the seat belts are improperly anchored, there is an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the the seat gusset reinforcement mounting fasteners, and will install an additional gusset reinforcement bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.... Read more
14V798000 Dec 17, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision and All American school buses manufactured July 8, 2014, to September 22, 2014. These buses, equipped with hydraulic brakes, may have an incorrectly manufactured parking brake pedal assembly which could separate and... Read more
Consequence
If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date code on the parking brake pedal assembly and will replace the assembly if it is within that date range, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's ... Read more
14V797000 Dec 17, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015 Vision non-school buses manufactured July 8, 2015, and All American non-school buses manufactured September 12, 2014. These buses, equipped with hydraulic brakes, may have an incorrectly manufactured parking brake pedal assembl... Read more
Consequence
If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date code on the parking brake pedal assembly and will replace the assembly if it is within that date range, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue Bird'... Read more
14V707000 Nov 5, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015 All American and Vision transit buses manufactured from May 22, 2014, to August 2, 2014. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009, whose fi... Read more
Consequence
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel filter with a non-defective one, free of charge. The recall began during September 2014. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583. Cummins' number for this recall is C1545. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer se... 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
14V705000 Aug 12, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015 All American and Vision school buses manufactured from May 22, 2014, to August 2, 2014. The Cummins ISB or ISL engines in these vehicles may have been equipped with Fleetguard UFF-XT fuel filters, part number FF63009, whose fil... Read more
Consequence
If the engine stalls unexpectedly there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Cummins will notify owners and dealers will replace the fuel filter with a non-defective one, free of charge. The recall began on during September 2014. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-223-4583. Cummins' number for this recall is C1545. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer ... Read more
14V444000 Jul 22, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Vision nonschool buses manufactured December 5, 2011, to July 2, 2014, and equipped with the optional Roush CleanTech propane fuel system. In the affected vehicles, the return fuel line may crack near the support bracket.
Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing fuel return line with a new line and support clamps, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R14XJ.
14V443000 Jul 22, 2014
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Vision school buses manufactured December 5, 2011, to July 2, 2014, and equipped with the optional Roush CleanTech propane fuel system. In the affected vehicles, the return fuel line may crack near the support bracket.
Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing fuel return line with a new line and support clamps, free of charge. The recall began on September 29, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R14XJ.
13V643000 Dec 24, 2013
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Corporation is recalling certain 2014-2015 model year All American and Vision school buses manufactured from September 24, 2013, through December 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, a component within the hydraulic park brake pedal arm may not have been properly heat treated and may fractu... Read more
Consequence
If the park brake pedal arm fractures, the bus may unexpectedly roll increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird has notified owners and dealers will install a new parking brake assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 31, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R13WT.
13V579000 Nov 20, 2013
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2014 and 2015 Vision and All American model school buses manufactured August 23, 2013, through November 6, 2013 and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 driver's seat belts. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plat... Read more
Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt buckle, and if necessary, replace the seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's recall number R13WS.
Complaint Statistics
4 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 31, 2018
Incident date: Aug 30, 2018
HEADLIGHTS HAVE A REFLECTOR OVER THE 9007 TYPE BULB THAT IS HELD ON BY AN UPPER AND LOWER SCREW. DURING INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE UPPER SCREWS OF BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT HEADLIGHTS CAME OUT. SHORTLY THEREAFTER, THE LOWER SCREW OF THE LEFT HEADLIGHT CAME OUT, LEAVING THE REFLECTOR LYING LOOSE INS... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 31, 2018
Incident date: Aug 30, 2018
HEADLIGHTS HAVE A REFLECTOR OVER THE 9007 TYPE BULB THAT IS HELD ON BY AN UPPER AND LOWER SCREW. DURING INSPECTION, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE UPPER SCREWS OF BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT HEADLIGHTS CAME OUT. THIS EXACT SAME PROBLEM IS ALSO OCCURRING ON OUR OTHER BUS OF THIS TYPE, THAT IS VIN NUMBER LATER. NEW ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2017
Incident date: Nov 14, 2017
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY REMAIN ILLUMINATED AFTER BRAKE PEDAL HAS BEEN RELEASED. WHEN DRIVING, "MISSING BRAKE INPUT" FAULT CODE MAY BE DISPLAYED. HAS SIMILAR SYMPTOMS OF PREVIOUS RECALL R13WG.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 15, 2017
Incident date: Nov 14, 2017
BRAKE LIGHTS MAY REMAIN ILLUMINATED AFTER BRAKE PEDAL HAS BEEN RELEASED. WHEN DRIVING, "MISSING BRAKE INPUT" FAULT CODE MAY BE DISPLAYED. HAS SIMILAR SYMPTOMS OF PREVIOUS RECALL R13WG.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 BLUE BIRD VISION
62 manufacturer communications from 34 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 8 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 4 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 3 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
S21AZ
Jun 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview: Certain 2013 through 2022 model year Blue Bird Vision School and Non-School Bus units has experienced signs of single strand failing, leading to multiple stands, and eventually belt failure. The belt composition is not ideal for
DOR-K2T5D-01
Dec 3, 2020
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This SKU is a DEF Injector. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the sealing. The injector sealing may have an issue which will cause a slow leak. A slow leak of the DEF Injector can lead to crystal
DOR-K2T5D-01
Dec 3, 2020
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
This SKU is a DEF Injector. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the sealing. The injector sealing may have an issue which will cause a slow leak. A slow leak of the DEF Injector can lead to crystal
SM2001
Aug 25, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The intent of Service Memorandum SM2001 is to ??A???A???A?Announce a New Blue Bird Dealer Process??A???A???A? now available to perform a Ford Powertrain Control Module (PCM) modification remotely at the dealer service center location. This
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
SM1904
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SM1904: New Ametek Parts & Software New Ametek instrument cluster part numbers and software now listed on the Blue Bird Dealer Vantage website. Also listed is a new Ametek gateway module and applicable software. New Ametek gateway modul
S19AG
Sep 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Blue Bird has determined that the CIT brand air conditioning relays should be replaced with Song Chuan brand relays (PN 00079077). Additionally, the wiring harness (PN 10023917) connected to the relay base should be inspected for any sign o
S19AG
Sep 19, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Blue Bird has determined that the CIT brand air conditioning relays should be replaced with Song Chuan brand relays (PN 00079077). Additionally, the wiring harness (PN 10023917) connected to the relay base should be inspected for any sign o
R17ZBDL91117
Sep 18, 2017
220000 SEATS
NHTSA Recall number 17V-510 School bus.
R17ZBDL91117
Sep 18, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Recall number 17V-510 School bus.
R17ZB
Sep 18, 2017
220000 SEATS
Blue Bird Body Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2015-2019 Vision School Buses manufactured from July 18, 2014, through July 19, 2017, and certain model year 2018-2019 All A
R17ZBDL91117
Sep 18, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
NHTSA Recall number 17V-510 School bus.
SU1702
Jun 1, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The intent of SU1702 is to provide service part replacement instructions for our new Ametek instrument cluster. The new cluster will be in full production beginning June 5, 2017. During the time between now and June 5, 2017 Blue Bird will b
R17YY Instructio
Apr 25, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The chassis mounted battery box support brackets may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Instructio
Apr 25, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
The chassis mounted battery box support brackets may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Instructio
Apr 25, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The chassis mounted battery box support brackets may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Owner Lett
Mar 27, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Owner Lett
Mar 27, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Owner Lett
Mar 27, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
Dealer Memo 17-2
Mar 14, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This dealer memo announced a product upgrade program on 6.8L Gen3 Propane Engines. This is being done as a product upgrade and to increase customer satisfaction. Blue Bird will be updating all Gen3 Propane buses with the improved Gen4 roll
Dealer Memo 17-2
Mar 14, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This dealer memo announced a product upgrade program on 6.8L Gen3 Propane Engines. This is being done as a product upgrade and to increase customer satisfaction. Blue Bird will be updating all Gen3 Propane buses with the improved Gen4 roll
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.
SM1607
Dec 6, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Ford 6R140 Transmission Shift Cable Adjustment: Dealer memo to provide instructions to properly adjust the shifter cable in the event a repair involved removal or disconnecting the shift selector at the transmission or shifter on BBCV?s e
S16YU Dealer Let
Sep 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
022510 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Dealer Let
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
040100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU
Sep 1, 2016
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
S16YU, Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement: Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All A
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
204000 WHEELS:HUB
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
R16YT US Instruc
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Propane fuel lines may be crossed and/or rubbing. Crossed and/or rubbing fuel
R16YT US Instruc
Sep 1, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Propane fuel lines may be crossed and/or rubbing. Crossed and/or rubbing fuel
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
R16YT Owner Lett
Aug 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing.
R16YT Dealer Let
Aug 15, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing
R16YT Dealer Let
Aug 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing
R16YT Owner Lett
Aug 15, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing.
S16YS
Jul 25, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
S16YS - Vision Ford 6.8L Engine Oil Requirement: Certain 2013 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision Ford 6.8L Drivers and Service manuals list either 5W-20 or 5W-30 Engine Oil Requirements. At your next and all subsequent oil changes, B
SM1605
Jul 22, 2016
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Maximum Oil Drain Intervals for Cummins ISB 6.7: Dealer Memo is to clarify the service maximum interval for the engine oil and filter replacement, in all Driver?s Handbooks and Service Manuals for 2015 and 2016 Vision, Forward Engine All A
S16YN
Apr 11, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Service Bulletin: Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Nut Replacement: Certain 2015 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Visions and All Americans School and Non-School units equipped with optional Air Disc Brakes manufactured from Novembe
SU1603
Mar 22, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement: Instructions for ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement features.
S16YJ
Feb 4, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Service Bulletin: Rear Engine Exhaust Cables: Certain 2011 through 2017 model year Blue Bird All American Rear Engine school and non-school buses manufactured from June 5, 2010 through December 8, 2015, and equipped with optional Cummins
SM1602
Jan 26, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Memo on ACTIA Instrument Cluster Updates, Enhancements SM1602 is applicable to buses originally built with ACTIA instrument clusters. Buses were built buses with ACTIA instrument clusters from the 2011 year model until the 2018 yea
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.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
SB-S-14XA
Feb 13, 2014
103600 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRANSMISSION HARNESS INSPECTION FOR PROPER TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSE AND ROUTING CONNECTIONS IF EQUIPPED WITH FORD PROPANE ENGINES. *PE
SU-1315
Jul 29, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
BLUE BIRD (CUMMINS): UPDATED INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING THE FLEETGUARD FLEETCOOL EX COOLANT TO BE USED IN BLUE BIRD BUSES WITH CUMMINS ENGINE AND DECALS ON OR NEAR DEAERATION TANK FILLER TO STATE THE TYPE OF COOLANT FACTORY HAD
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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