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Blue Bird 2018–2019 Hybrid Propulsion System recall

Recalled October 25, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19V765000 · Blue Bird

Hazard
Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird has notified owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AJ-SB.
Units
83 units

Description

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause unexpected vehicle movement.

What to do

Blue Bird has notified owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AJ-SB.

Product
Blue Bird ALL AMERICAN · Blue Bird VISION
Manufacturer(s)
Blue Bird Body Company

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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