Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses
— Recall Campaign #19V765000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause unexpected vehicle movement.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 83 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V765000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 25, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V765000 |
| Units affected: | 83 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause unexpected vehicle movement.
- Consequeces:
- Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird has notified owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AJ-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.