Recall 15V-691: 2016–2017 Blue Bird Vision

Blue Bird Body Company recall for visibility/wiper, reported to NHTSA on Oct 23, 2015, covering about 63 vehicles.

NHTSA number
15V-691
Report date
Oct 23, 2015
Vehicles affected
63
Owners notified
Nov 18, 2015

The problem

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision school buses manufactured September 3, 2015, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor harness connector may have been installed incorrectly, causing the wiper system to stop without warning.

The risk

An inoperative windshield wiper may reduce the driver's visibility during inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the wiper motor connection, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YH-SB.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBlue Bird Body Company
ComponentVisibility/Wiper
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number15V691000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird Vision2016, 2017All 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 15V-691?

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision school buses manufactured September 3, 2015, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor harness connector may have been installed incorrectly, causing the wiper system to stop without warning.

How is recall 15V-691 fixed?

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the wiper motor connection, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YH-SB.

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.