Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses
— Recall Campaign #19V471000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrains. The Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) may unexpectedly shut down the high voltage contactors, resulting in loss of all systems powered by high voltage, including the traction drive system and power steering.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 19 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V471000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 19, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V471000 |
| Units affected: | 19 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrains. The Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) may unexpectedly shut down the high voltage contactors, resulting in loss of all systems powered by high voltage, including the traction drive system and power steering.
- Consequeces:
- An unexpected loss of drive and power steering may increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Cummins will notify Blue Bird owners and will update the VCU software with a revised version, free of charge. The recall began July 24, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AE (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.