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- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR
- Problem
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Vision school buses equipped with Cummins ISV5.0 diesel engines with optional CP80009 air compressors. The air compressor belt may slip, reducing air output, which may result in the parking brake automatically applying.
- Risk
- If the parking brake applies while the vehicle is being driven, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Blue Bird has notified owners, and dealers will replace the existing air compressor belt with a new shorter air compressor belt, free of charge. The recall began February 1, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZW-SB.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain school buses with Cummins ISV5.0 diesel engines and optional CP80009 air compressors may have an air compressor belt that slips. When the belt slips, the compressor produces less air, which can cause the parking brake to apply automatically.
If the parking brake engages while the bus is being driven, the risk of a crash increases. Owners should take this seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
The repair is free at an authorized dealer, who will replace the existing air compressor belt with a new, shorter belt. Owners can contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 and reference recall number R19ZW-SB. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Blue Bird Vision | 201720182019 |
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