NHTSA Recall 06V355000: Service brakes, air
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 56 vehicles. It affects 2007 Blue Bird Vision.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V355000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R06KY |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | September 13, 2006 |
| Owner notification | September 29, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain my 2007 blue bird vision school buses equipped with air brakes manufactured from august 17 through september 5, 2006. An incorrect fitting was designed into the subassembly for the rear axle brake valve module. A standard 90 degree elbow was used where a 90 degree check valve should have been used. These buses fail to conform to the bleed down requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "brake systems.
Safety risk
In the event of a catastrophic line failure, the emergency brakes will apply without warning, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began on september 29, 2006. Owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird recall no. R06ky.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V355000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision | 2007 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.