Recall 12V-217: 2010–2013 Blue Bird ALL American, 2010–2013 Blue Bird Vision
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on May 15, 2012, covering about 651 vehicles.
The problem
Blue bird corporation (Blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 all american and vision school buses manufactured from may 30, 2009, through april 4, 2012 and equipped with air brakes. The primary and secondary air brake lines may have been crossed at the brake treadle valve. Incorrect installation of the air brake lines at the air brake treadle valve fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."
The risk
In the event of a brake system problem, incorrect installation of the air brake lines could result in a reduction or complete loss of brake action, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on may 23, 2012. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r12va.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 | Service Brakes, Air |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V217000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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-217?
Blue bird corporation (Blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 all american and vision school buses manufactured from may 30, 2009, through april 4, 2012 and equipped with air brakes. The primary and secondary air brake lines may have been crossed at the brake treadle valve. Incorrect installation of the air brake lines at the air brake treadle valve fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems."
How is recall 12V-217 fixed?
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on may 23, 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.