NHTSA Recall 09V441000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 180 vehicles. It affects 2010 Blue Bird Vision.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V441000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R09PW |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | November 17, 2009 |
| Owner notification | December 17, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2010 vision school buses manufactured between may 12 and september 10, 2009 that were equipped with an optional wheelchair lift. The wheelchair lift power cable may come in contact with the engine exhaust manifold.
Safety risk
Should the cable contact the manifold, its insulation would melt causing a potential for a direct short which could resultin a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will inspect the wheelchair lift power cable and repair if necessary. The safety recall began on december 17, 2009. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes
Blue bird's recall campaign number is r09pw.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 09V441000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision | 2010 |
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.