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Recall

Blue Bird Vision — 16V543000

NHTSA ID
16V543000
Make
Blue Bird
Model
Vision
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2016-07-19
Component
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Units Affected
49
Completion Rate
Mfr Campaign No.
R16YT-NSB

Summary

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured September 24, 2015, to May 21, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, possibly resulting in line damage and a propane fuel leak.

Consequence

A propane leak In the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any Gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R16YT-NSB.

Affected Vehicles

Blue Bird Vision
Model Years: 2017

2017 Blue Bird Vision