2008 Blue Bird Vision | 2004 Blue Bird Vision | 2007 Blue Bird Vision | 2005 Blue Bird Vision | 2009 Blue Bird Vision | 2006 Blue Bird Vision — Electrical system
Published April 23, 2010 · Recall initiated: April 23, 2010
Summary
NHTSA records recall 10V170000, published April 23, 2010. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2008 Blue Bird Vision | 2004 Blue Bird Vision | 2007 Blue Bird Vision | 2005 Blue Bird Vision | 2009 Blue Bird Vision | 2006 Blue Bird Vision — Electrical system.
What's the hazard
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. WHEN THIS CONDITION EXISTS, VIBRATION MAY WEAR THE INSULATION PERMITTING DIRECT CONTACT BETWEEN THE BARE LUG AND THE PDU OR DCM WHICH COULD CAUSE A DIRECT SHORT IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- VISION
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2008 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2004 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2007 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2005 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2009 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2006 BLUE BIRD VISION
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2008 Blue Bird Vision | 2004 Blue Bird Vision | 2007 Blue Bird Vision | 2005 Blue Bird Vision | 2009 Blue Bird Vision | 2006 Blue Bird Vision — Electrical system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V170000 on April 23, 2010. Reported hazard: 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. WHEN THIS CONDITION EXISTS, VIBRATION MAY WEAR THE INSULATION PERMITTING DIRECT CONTACT BETWEEN THE BARE LUG AND THE PDU OR DCM WHICH COULD CAUSE A DIRECT SHORT IN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUE BIRD. Model: VISION.