Recall 06V-355: 2007 Blue Bird Vision

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Sep 13, 2006, covering about 56 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-355
Report date
Sep 13, 2006
Vehicles affected
56
Owners notified
Sep 29, 2006

The problem

Certain my 2007 blue bird vision school buses equipped with air brakes manufactured from august 17 through september 5, 2006. An incorrect fitting was designed into the subassembly for the rear axle brake valve module. A standard 90 degree elbow was used where a 90 degree check valve should have been used. These buses fail to conform to the bleed down requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "brake systems.

The risk

In the event of a catastrophic line failure, the emergency brakes will apply without warning, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on september 29, 2006. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird recall no. R06ky.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
ComponentService Brakes, Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V355000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird Vision2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-355?

Certain my 2007 blue bird vision school buses equipped with air brakes manufactured from august 17 through september 5, 2006. An incorrect fitting was designed into the subassembly for the rear axle brake valve module. A standard 90 degree elbow was used where a 90 degree check valve should have been used. These buses fail to conform to the bleed down requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "brake systems.

How is recall 06V-355 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on september 29, 2006. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.