2017 Blue Bird Vision | 2018 Blue Bird Vision — Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Published April 26, 2018 · Recall initiated: April 24, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V258000, published April 26, 2018 and initiated April 24, 2018. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2017 Blue Bird Vision | 2018 Blue Bird Vision — Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal.
What's the hazard
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Blue Bird Vision transit buses equipped with Gen4 Ford engines with an optional brake and throttle interlock. The brake and throttle interlock is supposed to apply the service brakes and prevent accelerator pedal input when activated, however the throttle input is not being blocked.
What to do
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Smart Relay Module software, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZF - NSB.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- VISION
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2017 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2018 BLUE BIRD VISION
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Blue Bird Vision | 2018 Blue Bird Vision — Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V258000 on April 26, 2018. Reported hazard: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Blue Bird Vision transit buses equipped with Gen4 Ford engines with an optional brake and throttle interlock. The brake and throttle interlock is supposed to apply the service brakes and prevent accelerator pedal input when activated, however the throttle input is not being blocked.
What should I do if I have this product?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Smart Relay Module software, free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZF - NSB.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUE BIRD. Model: VISION.