CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; STEERING:COLUMN
- Problem
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021 Vision and All American buses. The nut that secures the steering wheel to the steering shaft may not have been properly tightened.
- Risk
- An improperly tightened steering wheel could detach, resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the steering wheel nut, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 26, 2020. Owner letters were mailed January 19, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AY-NSB.
- 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
The nut that attaches the steering wheel to the steering shaft may not have been properly tightened at the factory. If the wheel comes loose, the driver could lose control of the bus, which raises the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the steering wheel nut and tighten it if needed. Owners who want to confirm the recall or ask questions can contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242, and owners can also check their 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 Transit Bus | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus | 2021 |