CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Blue Bird Vision has 19 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Parking Brake (1 report).
2012 Blue Bird Vision recalls
School Bus Parking Brake May Fail to Hold on Slopes
The floor-mounted parking brake on certain Blue Bird Vision and All American school buses may not apply enough force to hold the vehicle still on an incline when it is loaded to its maximum weight.
Parking Brake May Fail to Hold Bus on Slopes
The floor-mounted parking brake on these transit buses may not apply enough force to hold the vehicle still on an incline when it is loaded to its maximum weight.
Seat barrier may fail to protect passengers in a crash
A seat barrier behind the driver seat, which includes an integrated 3-point seat belt, may have been installed incorrectly and may be missing a reinforcing bracket.
Wheelchair lift platform can fall out when doors open
Certain Ricon wheelchair lifts installed in these school buses may have link arm pivot holes that are too large.
Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open
Some wheelchair lifts installed on these transit buses have folding link arms with pivot holes that may be too large.
Most common 2012 Blue Bird Vision problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake | 1 |
What owners report
The contact's School District owns a 2012 Blue Bird Conventional School Bus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V234000 (Parking Brake). The contact stated that the recall remedy required sufficient application force for the floor-mounted parking brake at 90 - 95 pounds, which was inoperable for the bus drivers. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the recall remedy met the requirements of FMVSS Number 105 (Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems). The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
2012 Blue Bird Vision questions
Does the 2012 Blue Bird Vision have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 19 safety recalls for the 2012 Blue Bird Vision: School Bus Parking Brake May Fail to Hold on Slopes; Parking Brake May Fail to Hold Bus on Slopes; Seat barrier may fail to protect passengers in a crash; Wheelchair lift platform can fall out when doors open; Wheelchair Lift Platform Can Fall Out When Doors Open. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Blue Bird Vision?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Parking Brake (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Blue Bird Vision has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.