Recall 20V-249: 2018–2019 Blue Bird Vision, 2020–2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus and 1 more
Blue Bird Body Company recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on May 5, 2020, covering about 352 vehicles.
The problem
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vision school buses equipped with Ford 6.8L gasoline engines with an optional right-hand mounted parking brake lever. Due to improper routing of the parking brake cables, the parking brake cable may contact and chafe the gasoline fuel line, potentially causing a fuel leak.
The risk
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the parking brake cable, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AQ-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
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings Parking Brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and Cable |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 20V249000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus | 2020, 2021 | 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 20V-249?
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vision school buses equipped with Ford 6.8L gasoline engines with an optional right-hand mounted parking brake lever. Due to improper routing of the parking brake cables, the parking brake cable may contact and chafe the gasoline fuel line, potentially causing a fuel leak.
How is recall 20V-249 fixed?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the parking brake cable, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 28, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AQ-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.