NHTSA Recall 14V297000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 388 vehicles. It affects 2012–2013 Blue Bird Vision.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V297000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R14XD |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › DELIVERY › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | June 4, 2014 |
| Owner notification | July 3, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Vision school buses manufactured January 10, 2012, to April 24, 2013, and equipped with a Roush CleanTech LLC propane fuel system. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected vehicles may develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.
Safety risk
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum fuel line fitting with a new stainless steel fitting, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R14XD.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V297000
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.