Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2015-2019 Vision and model year 2016
— Recall Campaign #17V510000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2019 Vision and model year 2016 All American school buses equipped with certain QS11 series convertible school bus seats supplied by CE White/HSM Solutions. The integral D-Ring mounting stud located in the upper area of the seat back frame does not provide an adequate padding surface between the seat occupant and the D-Ring mounting stud.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 309 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V510000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 17, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V510000 |
| Units affected: | 309 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2019 Vision and model year 2016 All American school buses equipped with certain QS11 series convertible school bus seats supplied by CE White/HSM Solutions. The integral D-Ring mounting stud located in the upper area of the seat back frame does not provide an adequate padding surface between the seat occupant and the D-Ring mounting stud.
- Consequeces:
- In a rear crash event, the occupant's head may contact the D-Ring mounting stud, resulting in a head injury or even death.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will equip the Integra D-Ring mounting studs with the proper padding, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17ZB-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.