2017 Blue Bird Bbcv | 2018 Blue Bird Bbcv | 2019 Blue Bird Bbcv — Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Published November 9, 2018 · Recall initiated: November 6, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V784000, published November 9, 2018 and initiated November 6, 2018. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2017 Blue Bird Bbcv | 2018 Blue Bird Bbcv | 2019 Blue Bird Bbcv — Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator.
What's the hazard
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Blue Bird BBCV transit buses with Ford 6.8L Gen IV LPG, Gasoline, or CNG engines. The alternator cables may not be routed correctly and may contact and chafe against the air conditioning support bracket or a firewall reinforcement.
What to do
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the air conditioning bracket and the alternator cables are properly installed, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZO-NSB.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- BBCV
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2017 BLUE BIRD BBCV | 2018 BLUE BIRD BBCV | 2019 BLUE BIRD BBCV
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Blue Bird Bbcv | 2018 Blue Bird Bbcv | 2019 Blue Bird Bbcv — Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V784000 on November 9, 2018. Reported hazard: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Blue Bird BBCV transit buses with Ford 6.8L Gen IV LPG, Gasoline, or CNG engines. The alternator cables may not be routed correctly and may contact and chafe against the air conditioning support bracket or a firewall reinforcement.
What should I do if I have this product?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the air conditioning bracket and the alternator cables are properly installed, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZO-NSB.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUE BIRD. Model: BBCV.