Blue Bird Body Company recalls 2019–2024 Blue Bird — 4 models

Recall date

October 11, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall number

24V758000

Brand / firm

Blue Bird

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 28,479 units

Why it was recalled

An emergency exit label that is difficult to read can prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Vision and All American school buses. The emergency exit label operating instructions lettering is too small and may be difficult to read. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

What to do

Dealers will replace the emergency exit label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird Customer Service at 478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R23CK (SB).. Follow the official notice for full instructions.