Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Vision school buses manufactured
— Recall Campaign #16V542000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Vision school buses manufactured July 3, 2014, to June 24, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, possibly resulting in line damage and a propane fuel leak.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,902 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V542000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 19, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V542000 |
| Units affected: | 2,902 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Vision school buses manufactured July 3, 2014, to June 24, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, possibly resulting in line damage and a propane fuel leak.
- Consequeces:
- A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any Gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R16YT-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.