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2004-2009 Blue Bird Vision recall: electrical system

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on April 23, 2010. It covers about 18,821 vehicles.

vehicles affected
18,821
reported
Apr 23, 2010
owners notified
May 26, 2010

Electrical system

What is wrong
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2009 vision school buses manufactured from january 30, 2003 through september 24, 2008. The power cables running to the power distribution unit stud and driver's control module stud may have been installed with the lug (eyelet) flat side up. When this condition exists, vibration may wear the insulation permitting direct contact between the bare lug and the pdu or dcm which could cause a direct short in the electrical system.
Risk
This condition could result in a fire.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began may 26, 2020. Owners may contact blue bird at 1‑478‑822‑2242.

Recall number 10V169000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V169000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2009 Blue Bird Vision electrical system?

Yes. Recall 10V169000, reported on April 23, 2010, covers about 18,821 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V169000?

Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began may 26, 2020. 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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