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2017-2019 Blue Bird Vision recall: alternator/generator/regulator

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on November 6, 2018. It covers about 6,307 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,307
reported
Nov 6, 2018
owners notified
Dec 6, 2018

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Vision school buses with Ford 6.8L Gen IV LPG, Gasoline, or CNG engines. The alternator cables may not be routed correctly and may contact and chafe against the air conditioning support bracket or a firewall reinforcement.
Risk
A damaged alternator cable could cause result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the air conditioning bracket and the alternator cables are properly installed, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 06, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242. Blue Birds recall number is R18ZO-SB.

Recall number 18V783000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V783000

Is there a recall on the 2017-2019 Blue Bird Vision alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 18V783000, reported on November 6, 2018, covers about 6,307 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V783000?

Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will verify that the air conditioning bracket and the alternator cables are properly installed, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 06, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242. Blue Birds recall number is R18ZO-SB.

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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