Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured
— Recall Campaign #16V543000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured September 24, 2015, to May 21, 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 49 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
16V543000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 19, 2016 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 16V543000 |
| Units affected: | 49 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured September 24, 2015, to May 21, 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-NSB.
- 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.