Recall 11V-247: 2009–2012 Blue Bird Vision

BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Apr 22, 2011, covering about 507 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-247
Report date
Apr 22, 2011
Vehicles affected
507
Owners notified
May 25, 2011

The problem

Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2012 vision school buses manufactured from october 7, 2008, through january 19, 2011, equipped with an optional fuel filter located on the driver's control module. Due to routing and clamping variations, the fuel line on units equipped with an optional relocated fuel filter may contact the body mounted transmission cover and chafe against the cover.

The risk

This condition could potentially result in a fuel leak and possibly result in a fire.

The fix

Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will inspect for contact/rubbing with the transmission cover. Fuel lines found to be contacting or rubbing will be repositioned. Any damaged fuel filter hoses found will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on may 25, 2011. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

Notes

Blue bird's recall campaign number is r11tb.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
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V247000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird Vision2009, 2010, 2011, 2012All 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 11V-247?

Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2012 vision school buses manufactured from october 7, 2008, through january 19, 2011, equipped with an optional fuel filter located on the driver's control module. Due to routing and clamping variations, the fuel line on units equipped with an optional relocated fuel filter may contact the body mounted transmission cover and chafe against the cover.

How is recall 11V-247 fixed?

Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will inspect for contact/rubbing with the transmission cover. Fuel lines found to be contacting or rubbing will be repositioned. Any damaged fuel filter hoses found will be replaced free of charge. The safety recall began on may 25, 2011. 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.