Recall 19V795 affects 12,835 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision school buses for brake lights that stay on. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 12,835 2013-2020 Vision and Vision School Bus vehicles equipped with Ford engines because the brake light switch mounting bracket can deform or leave the switch incorrectly adjusted. That can keep the brake lights on continuously, confuse following motorists when the bus is stopping, and raise crash risk; Blue Bird dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake light switch on 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision and Vision School Bus buses is a small pedal-mounted switch that tells the rear brake lights when the driver is braking. The switch depends on its mounting bracket staying in the correct position, so pedal movement turns the lights on when the pedal is pressed and turns them off when the pedal returns.
On affected buses, the bracket was incorrectly adjusted during installation or bends after the brake pedal snaps back to the resting position. That rapid return happens when a driver's foot slips off a fully depressed pedal. Once the bracket position changes, the switch reads the pedal position wrong and the brake lights stay on continuously. It can also turn on a brake warning light in the instrument cluster, which can lead a driver to pull over.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing a driver or technician notices is continuous brake lights or a brake warning light after the bracket has moved.
Who's affected?
The scope splits between Vision School Bus for 2020 and Vision for 2013-2019, all tied to the brake-light switch.
| 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | Switch |
|---|---|
| 2016 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| 2015 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| 2013 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| 2018 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| 2019 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| 2017 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| 2014 Blue Bird Vision | Switch |
| Units affected | 12,835 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
Brake lights that do not work correctly fail to warn drivers behind the bus that it is stopping. That confusion increases the risk of a crash. There is no audible or visual warning before the brake light problem happens, so schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus or Vision is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the free brake-light-switch bracket and switch replacement that fixes brake lights that stay on.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 19V795 (Blue Bird recall S19AI-SB) when you call.
- Call Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 with questions about scheduling or repair availability.
- Drive with extra following distance until the repair is complete, since brake lights that stay on can confuse traffic behind the bus.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician installs a redesigned brake light switch mounting bracket and a new brake light switch. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Blue Bird has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related brake light switch or bracket repair before the recall work was performed. Bring prior repair invoices or payment documentation to the service desk so Blue Bird can review the claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 6, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 6, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 31, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| March 31, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 31, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 31, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V795?
Recall 19V795 covers 12,835 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus and Vision buses with a brake light switch mounting bracket problem. The switch or bracket can leave the brake lights on continuously, confusing following drivers. Blue Bird dealers install a redesigned bracket and new brake light switch for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus or Vision is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 19V795. If it is, contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the brake light switch bracket and switch replacement. Reference recall number 19V795 and Blue Bird recall S19AI-SB when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Blue Bird's remedy says dealers install the redesigned brake light switch mounting bracket and new brake light switch free of charge.
What is the safety risk with recall 19V795?
The safety risk is unclear braking communication to drivers behind the bus. If the brake lights stay on continuously, following motorists can be confused and fail to see when the bus is actually stopping, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair corrects the switch and bracket setup.
What if I bought this Blue Bird bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether the bus is included, then contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer and reference recall 19V795 when scheduling the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V795000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V795 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V795000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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