Recall 11V247 affects 507 2009-2012 Blue Bird Vision school buses for fuel-line chafing and fire risk. Free repair at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 507 2009-2012 Vision school buses equipped with an optional relocated fuel filter because the fuel line can rub against the body-mounted transmission cover. That chafing can lead to a fuel leak and fire risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Blue Bird makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The fuel line on 2009-2012 Blue Bird Vision buses carries gasoline through the fuel system. On buses with the optional relocated fuel filter at the driver's control module, the filter screens debris before fuel continues through the line to the engine.
On affected buses, routing and clamping variations put the fuel line too close to the body mounted transmission cover. That contact point rubs the line while the bus is in service. As the bus moves and vibrates, the cover can chafe the fuel line and wear through the line wall.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver is not given a clear dashboard alert or handling change just because the line has started rubbing. If fuel odor or wetness near the line is noticed, treat that as a repair issue and keep the bus out of service until it is checked.
Who's affected?
Spans 4 model years of the Vision bus, all tied to the same fuel system component.
| 2011 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2010 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2012 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2009 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| Units affected | 507 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Fuel line contact or rubbing near the transmission cover creates a fuel leak risk and a fire risk. If you smell fuel or see a leak, park safely and call a Blue Bird dealer before driving farther. Repair will be free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2012 Blue Bird Vision is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer and ask whether the fuel-line inspection and repair is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the free fuel-line inspection and repositioning that keeps the line from rubbing against the transmission cover.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Bird sent one. Reference recall number 11V247 when you call.
- Park away from heat or ignition sources and stop using the bus if you smell fuel or see a leak before the dealer inspection.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician inspects the fuel line routing near the body mounted transmission cover, looking for contact or rubbing. If a fuel line is touching the cover, the technician repositions it so it no longer chafes there. If the inspection finds damaged fuel filter hoses, the dealer replaces those hoses free of charge under the recall. The source remedy says the safety recall began on May 25, 2011.
Timeline
| April 22, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 25, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V247?
Recall 11V247 covers 507 2009-2012 Blue Bird Vision school buses with an optional relocated fuel filter. The fuel line can contact the body-mounted transmission cover, chafe, and lead to a fuel leak and fire risk. Blue Bird dealers inspect the fuel line routing and repair affected hoses for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2012 Blue Bird Vision is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 11V247. If it is, contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer and ask for the fuel-line inspection. The dealer will reposition any rubbing fuel line and replace damaged fuel filter hoses free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this safety defect at no cost. Blue Bird's remedy says dealers will inspect the fuel line routing, reposition lines that contact or rub the transmission cover, and replace damaged fuel filter hoses free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V247?
The safety risk is a fuel leak that can lead to a fire. The recall involves fuel lines on certain Blue Bird Vision buses with an optional relocated fuel filter. If the line rubs against the transmission cover, it can chafe until fuel leaks.
When did Blue Bird start this recall?
Blue Bird began the safety recall on May 25, 2011. If your bus has not had the recall completed, check your VIN and contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer. Reference recall 11V247 when you call the service desk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V247000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V247 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V247000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →