NHTSA Recall 21V778000: Critical fasteners (service brakes) and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 135 vehicles. It affects 2022 Blue Bird Vision School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V778000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R21BN-SB |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › CRITICAL FASTENERS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | October 6, 2021 |
| Owner notification | November 30, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022 Vision school buses equipped with Ford 7.3L engines. The retaining clamp used to secure the hydraulic brake line near the engine may not have been installed, which could cause the brake line to rub which could cause a brake fluid leak and result in a loss of brake function.
Safety risk
Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the hydraulic brakes lines, and install any missing hardware, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R21BN-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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V778000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2022 |
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.