Recall 21V-253: 2018–2019 Blue Bird ALL American, 2020–2021 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus and 2 more
Blue Bird Body Company recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 12, 2021, covering about 292 vehicles.
The problem
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vision and All American school buses. The electric drive train cannot detect isolation faults when the high voltage contactors are closed.
The risk
An undetected high voltage isolation can expose service personnel to high voltage, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Vehicle Control Unit software or install a different combination of High Voltage Power Distribution Unit hardware, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R21BD-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 | Electrical System › Propulsion System › Shock Protection Electrical System › Propulsion System › Fuses, Relays, Contacts, and Shunts Electrical System › Software |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V253000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird ALL American | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Blue Bird ALL American School Bus | 2020, 2021 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision School 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 21V-253?
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Vision and All American school buses. The electric drive train cannot detect isolation faults when the high voltage contactors are closed.
How is recall 21V-253 fixed?
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Vehicle Control Unit software or install a different combination of High Voltage Power Distribution Unit hardware, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R21BD-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.