2017 Blue Bird Vision | 2016 Blue Bird Vision | 2020 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus — Service brakes, hydraulic
Published December 17, 2018 · Recall initiated: December 12, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V885000, published December 17, 2018 and initiated December 12, 2018. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2017 Blue Bird Vision | 2016 Blue Bird Vision | 2020 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus — Service brakes, hydraulic.
What's the hazard
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Blue Bird Vision transit 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 hydraulic brake fluid. Additionally, the transmission shifter cable could contact the gasoline fuel supply line to the engine which may result in a fuel leak.
What to do
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 Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZV-NSB.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- VISION
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2017 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2016 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2020 BLUE BIRD VISION TRANSIT BUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Blue Bird Vision | 2016 Blue Bird Vision | 2020 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus — Service brakes, hydraulic recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V885000 on December 17, 2018. Reported hazard: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Blue Bird Vision transit 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 hydraulic brake fluid. Additionally, the transmission shifter cable could contact the gasoline fuel supply line to the engine which may result in a fuel leak.
What should I do if I have this product?
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 Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZV-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.