NHTSA Recall 09V075000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,419 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Blue Bird Vision.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V075000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R09PD |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | March 9, 2009 |
| Owner notification | April 7, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Blue bird is recalling 3,419 my 2008 and 2009 vision conventional school buses manufactured from january 18, 2007 through october 29, 2008, equipped with caterpillar c7 and c7 07 engines. Incorrect bolts and/or spacers may have been installed to attach the fan blade to the fan clutch.
Safety risk
As a result, the fan blade may separate from the clutch and potentially cause property damage or personal injury to persons in or near the front of the bus. The vehicle should not be serviced with the hood open and the engine running until the bolts/spacers have been inspected and, if needed, replaced.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on april 7, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall number r09pd.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V075000
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.