CarRecallWatch- Component
- HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Problem
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause unexpected vehicle movement.
- Risk
- Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Blue Bird has notified owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AJ-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 2018-2019 Blue Bird Vision and All American school buses with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrains may have a software error in the vehicle control unit (VCU). The VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow-moving or stop-and-go driving, causing the vehicle to move unexpectedly.
Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk, especially when the bus is operating at low speeds or in traffic.
The remedy is free: Cummins dealers will update the VCU software at no cost. Owners can contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242, referencing recall R19AJ-SB. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Blue Bird ALL American | 20182019 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision | 20182019 |