Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2020 Blue Bird Vision gasoline-powered buses
— Recall Campaign #20V357000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020 Blue Bird Vision gasoline-powered buses. The castle nuts that connect the steering drag link to the steering arm may have not been correctly tightened, potentially causing separation of the drag link.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 11 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
20V357000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 15, 2020 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 20V357000 |
| Units affected: | 11 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020 Blue Bird Vision gasoline-powered buses. The castle nuts that connect the steering drag link to the steering arm may have not been correctly tightened, potentially causing separation of the drag link.
- Consequeces:
- If the drag link separates, loss of steering control my occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drag link assembly connection points, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. This recall began July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AW-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.