Defect Description For Recall
Blue Bird Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2004 Through 2006 Vision Conventional Style School Buses Manufactured From June 26, 2003, Through December 9, 2004. The Starter Cable May Contact And Potentially Chafe Against The Steel Braided Power Steering Hose TherEBY Creating A Direct Short.
Make Of Vehicle
BLUE BIRD
Model Of Vehicle
VISION
Year
2004
Recall Campaign Number
11V218000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables
Effect Of Defect
A Short Could Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
Blue Bird Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Inspect The Subject Buses For Proper Clearance Between The Starter Cable And The Power Steering Hose. Buses Found To Have Insufficient Clearance Will Have A Clamp Installed To Prevent Further Contact. Any Damaged Power Steering Hoses Or Starter Cables Will Be Replaced Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin On Or About May 10, 2011. Owners May Contact Blue Bird At 1-478-822-2242.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Start Of Manufacture
20030626
End Of Manufacture
20041209
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3919
Date Owners Notified
20110412
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Date Report Received
20110406
Make Campaign Number
R11TA