Recall
Blue Bird All American — 19V765000
NHTSA ID
19V765000
Make
Blue Bird
Model
All American
Years Affected
2019
Recall Date
2019-10-25
Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Units Affected
83
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
R19AJ-SB
Summary
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause unexpected vehicle movement.
Consequence
Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird has notified owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AJ-SB.