The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V321000·Announced 2022-05-11

Blue Bird Recalls 2023 Vision School Buses Due to Software Defect

Blue Bird is recalling 2023 Vision school buses with Allison transmissions because incorrect software allows the engine to start while in gear, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (unintended vehicle movement) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2023 Vision school buses equipped with an Allison transmission. The recall addresses a defect in the vehicle software where the starter interlock settings are incorrect. This allows the engine to crank while the T-handle gear shifter is in Reverse or Drive, causing the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102.

A bus that is started in reverse or drive may result in unintended vehicle movement, which increases the risk of a crash or injury. The recall affects 53 vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 30, 2022.

Dealers will update the software free of charge to correct the issue. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS
Brand
BLUE BIRD
Manufacturer
Blue Bird Body Company
Category
Vehicle — School Bus
Hazard
Affected units
53

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 SCHOOL BUS

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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