Blue Bird Vision School Bus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

July 19, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2019–2023 Blue Bird — 4 models

Recall number

24V543000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16,708 units

Why it was recalled

Roof panels that separate during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Vision, All American Front Engine, and All American Rear Engine school buses. An exterior roof joint may have been manufactured with insufficient strength that can allow the roof panels to separate in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."

What to do

Dealers will inspect the roof panel joints and install additional rivets as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.