Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision school buses manufactured
— Recall Campaign #15V691000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision school buses manufactured September 3, 2015, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor harness connector may have been installed incorrectly, causing the wiper system to stop without warning.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 63 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V691000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 23, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V691000 |
| Units affected: | 63 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision school buses manufactured September 3, 2015, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor harness connector may have been installed incorrectly, causing the wiper system to stop without warning.
- Consequeces:
- An inoperative windshield wiper may reduce the driver's visibility during inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the wiper motor connection, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YH-SB.
- Notes:
- 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.safercar.gov.