Recall 09V-075: 2008–2009 Blue Bird Vision

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Mar 9, 2009, covering about 3,419 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-075
Report date
Mar 9, 2009
Vehicles affected
3,419
Owners notified
Apr 7, 2009

The problem

Blue bird is recalling 3,419 my 2008 and 2009 vision conventional school buses manufactured from january 18, 2007 through october 29, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 and c7 07 engines. Incorrect bolts and/or spacers may have been installed to attach the fan blade to the fan clutch.

The risk

As a result, the fan blade may separate from the clutch and potentially cause property damage or personal injury to persons in or near the front of the bus. The vehicle should not be serviced with the hood open and the engine running until the bolts/spacers have been inspected and, if needed, replaced.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on april 7, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird's recall number r09pd.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> .

Recall details

ManufacturerBLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number09V075000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird Vision2008, 2009All 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 09V-075?

Blue bird is recalling 3,419 my 2008 and 2009 vision conventional school buses manufactured from january 18, 2007 through october 29, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 and c7 07 engines. Incorrect bolts and/or spacers may have been installed to attach the fan blade to the fan clutch.

How is recall 09V-075 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on april 7, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

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.