Recall 24V599000: 2018–2019 Blue Bird Vision, 2020–2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 12, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- 8,294
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vision school buses equipped with 6.8L gasoline engines. The coating on the fuel lines may have been improperly applied, which can result in a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Blue Bird Vision
- 2019 Blue Bird Vision
- 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus
- 2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V599000
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Owner letters
- Oct 10, 2024
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
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