Recall 12V-153: 2009–2011 Blue Bird ALL American, 2009–2011 Blue Bird Micro Bird and 1 more
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Apr 5, 2012, covering about 125 vehicles.
The problem
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 all american, vision, and micro bird school buses equipped with braun vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
The risk
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
The fix
Blue bird will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on april 26, 2012. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r12tu.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
| Manufacturer | BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V153000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Blue Bird Micro Bird | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2009, 2010, 2011 | All 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 12V-153?
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2009 through 2011 all american, vision, and micro bird school buses equipped with braun vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
How is recall 12V-153 fixed?
Blue bird will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on april 26, 2012. 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.