CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Problem
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Vision and All American school buses equipped with factory-installed air conditioning (A/C) systems. The A/C circuit breaker may have been installed incorrectly.
- Risk
- Incorrect installation of the air conditioning circuit breaker may increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the A/C circuit breaker, correcting it as necessary. Any damaged circuit breakers will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2020. Owner letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AR-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 factory-installed air conditioning may have had the A/C circuit breaker installed incorrectly. This can increase the risk of a fire.
If you own an affected bus, dealers will inspect the A/C circuit breaker installation and correct it as needed, replacing any damaged breakers. The repair is free of charge at an authorized dealer. You can also contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242, referencing recall R20AR-SB, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Blue Bird ALL American School Bus | 20202021 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 20202021 |