2008-2010 Blue Bird Vision recall: hydraulic power assist system

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on July 23, 2009. It covers about 7,772 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 7,772
reported: Jul 23, 2009
owners notified: Aug 11, 2009

Steering: hydraulic power assist system

What is wrong: Blue bird is recalling 7,772 model year 2008 through 2010 vision school buses manufactured from march 27, 2007 through june 10, 2009. The lid gasket on the power steering reservoir may deteriorate and contaminate the power steering fluid which could result in a loss of power steering assist.
Risk: Loss of power steering assist could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall campaign began on august 11, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1‑478‑822‑2242.

Recall number 09V284000

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird Vision 2008-2010 2008 2009 2010

Questions about recall 09V284000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Blue Bird Vision hydraulic power assist system?

Yes. Recall 09V284000, reported on July 23, 2009, covers about 7,772 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V284000?

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall campaign began on august 11, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1‑478‑822‑2242.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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