Recall 12V218000: 2010–2013 Blue Bird ALL American, 2010–2013 Blue Bird Vision

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
May 15, 2012
Vehicles affected
31
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Blue bird corporation (blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 all american and vision non school buses manufactured from may 30, 2009, through april 4, 2012 and equipped with air brakes. The primary and secondary air brake lines may have been crossed at the brake treadle valve. Incorrect installation of the air brake lines at the air brake treadle valve fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."

The risk

In the event of a brake system problem, incorrect installation of the air brake lines could result in a reduction or complete loss of brake action, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on may 23, , 2012. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird's recall campaign number is r12va.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Affected vehicles

Details

NHTSA campaign
12V218000
Manufacturer campaign
R12VA
Manufacturer
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
Owner letters
May 23, 2012
Components
Service brakes, air (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology