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NHTSA Recall 19V765000: Power train: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) and hybrid propulsion system

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 83 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American.

83
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2019
owners notified (October 30)
NHTSA campaign19V765000
Manufacturer campaignR19AJ-SB
ComponentsPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Report receivedOctober 25, 2019
Owner notificationOctober 30, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Cummins PowerDrive 7000 EV electric drivetrain units. Due to a software error, the VCU may activate the anti-roll back feature during slow moving or stop and go conditions, which can cause unexpected vehicle movement.

Safety risk

Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Blue Bird has notified owners, and Cummins dealers will update the VCU software, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2019. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19AJ-SB.

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 19V765000

Make and modelModel years
Blue Bird All American2018, 2019
Blue Bird Vision2018, 2019

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.