NHTSA Recall 18V885000: Column shift (power train) and service brakes, hydraulic
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird Vision.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V885000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R19ZV-NSB |
| Components | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › LEVER AND LINKAGE › COLUMN SHIFT; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | December 12, 2018 |
| Owner notification | February 7, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Blue Bird Vision transit buses equipped with the Ford 6.8L V10 engines. The hydraulic brake lines or transmission shifter cable may have been improperly routed, causing the brake line to be exposed to excessive heat, and leak hydraulic brake fluid. Additionally, the transmission shifter cable could contact the gasoline fuel supply line to the engine which may result in a fuel leak.
Safety risk
A hydraulic brake fluid leak or a fuel line failure can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket which will insulate the brake lines from excessive heat, control routing of the brake lines, and secure the transmission shifter cable away from the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZV-NSB.
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 18V885000
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.