Recall 20V-357: 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus, 2020 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus

Blue Bird Body Company recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 15, 2020, covering about 11 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-357
Report date
Jun 15, 2020
Vehicles affected
11
Owners notified
Jul 27, 2020

The problem

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020 Blue Bird Vision gasoline-powered buses. The castle nuts that connect the steering drag link to the steering arm may have not been correctly tightened, potentially causing separation of the drag link.

The risk

If the drag link separates, loss of steering control my occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drag link assembly connection points, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. This recall began July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AW-NSB.

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
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V357000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird Vision School Bus2020All years
Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus2020All 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-357?

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020 Blue Bird Vision gasoline-powered buses. The castle nuts that connect the steering drag link to the steering arm may have not been correctly tightened, potentially causing separation of the drag link.

How is recall 20V-357 fixed?

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drag link assembly connection points, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. This recall began July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AW-NSB.

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.