Unintended Deactivation of Warning Lights/Stop Arm
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V068000 |
| Report Received Date | 2/2/2024 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 5,197 |
| Completion Rate | 63.67% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Vision school buses. Firmware in the multiplex module may cause the warning lights to deactivate and the stop arm to retract without warning.
Issue
An unintended deactivation of the warning lights and retraction of the stop arm during use increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Consequence Summary
An unintended deactivation of the warning lights and retraction of the stop arm during use increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the multiplex firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R24CX (SB).
