2019 Blue Bird Vision | 2019 Blue Bird All American | 2018 Blue Bird All American | 2018 Blue Bird Vision — Power train
Published February 12, 2020 · Recall initiated: February 11, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V074000, published February 12, 2020 and initiated February 11, 2020. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2019 Blue Bird Vision | 2019 Blue Bird All American | 2018 Blue Bird All American | 2018 Blue Bird Vision — Power train.
What's the hazard
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. A connector within the wire harnesses may become unplugged causing loss of communication between control modules, resulting in sudden loss of drive power and power steering.
What to do
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will install a cable tie on the connector to maintain the connector locking tab in the locked position, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AL-SB.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- VISION
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2019 BLUE BIRD VISION | 2019 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN | 2018 BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN | 2018 BLUE BIRD VISION
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Blue Bird Vision | 2019 Blue Bird All American | 2018 Blue Bird All American | 2018 Blue Bird Vision — Power train recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V074000 on February 12, 2020. Reported hazard: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. A connector within the wire harnesses may become unplugged causing loss of communication between control modules, resulting in sudden loss of drive power and power steering.
What should I do if I have this product?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Cummins dealers will install a cable tie on the connector to maintain the connector locking tab in the locked position, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AL-SB.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUE BIRD. Model: VISION.