Blue Bird Recalls 2017-2018 Vision Buses Due to Throttle Interlock Defect
Blue Bird is recalling 2017-2018 Vision transit buses because the brake and throttle interlock may fail to block accelerator input, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the brake and throttle interlock fails to block accelerator input, creating a significant risk of unexpected movement, crash, or injury.
Plain-English summary
Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2017-2018 Blue Bird Vision transit buses equipped with Gen4 Ford engines and an optional brake and throttle interlock. The recall involves 12 vehicles.
The defect involves the brake and throttle interlock, which is designed to apply service brakes and prevent accelerator pedal input when activated. However, the system may fail to block throttle input. If throttle input is allowed, the bus may overpower the applied brake, causing the vehicle to move unexpectedly and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Smart Relay Module software free of charge. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- BLUE BIRD VISION
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Transit Bus
- Affected units
- 12
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- VISION
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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