Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2017-2019 Vision school buses equipped with Cummins
— Recall Campaign #18V892000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Vision school buses equipped with Cummins ISV5.0 diesel engines with optional CP80009 air compressors. The air compressor belt may slip, reducing air output, which may result in the parking brake automatically applying.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 28 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
18V892000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 17, 2018 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 18V892000 |
| Units affected: | 28 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Vision school buses equipped with Cummins ISV5.0 diesel engines with optional CP80009 air compressors. The air compressor belt may slip, reducing air output, which may result in the parking brake automatically applying.
- Consequeces:
- If the parking brake applies while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird has notified owners, and dealers will replace the existing air compressor belt with a new shorter air compressor belt, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZW-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.