2018–2021 Blue Bird Vision, Blue Bird Vision School Bus: Fuel System, Gasoline recall
NHTSA campaign 24V599000 · 8,294 units potentially affected · filed Aug 12, 2024
What's wrong
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vision school buses equipped with 6.8L gasoline engines. The coating on the fuel lines may have been improperly applied, which can result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V599000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Units affected
- 8,294
- Report received
- Aug 12, 2024
- Owner letters
- Oct 10, 2024
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Blue Bird Vision 2018, 2019
- Blue Bird Vision School Bus 2020, 2021