Recall 22V736 affects 66 2013-2021 Blue Bird Vision school buses for an LPG fuel-line leak. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 66 2013-2021 Vision and Vision School Bus buses equipped with Ford 6.8L LPG engines because the LPG supply line can contact the right-hand park brake cable and become damaged. That damage can cause a fuel leak, and a leak near an ignition source increases the risk of a fire; Blue Bird dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On 2013-2021 Blue Bird Vision and Vision School Bus school buses with Ford 6.8L LPG engines, the LPG fuel line carries propane fuel through the engine fuel system. That line has to stay clear of moving or tensioned parts around it, including the right side park brake cable.
On affected buses, the park brake cable was not secured or routed the way the engineering diagram required. When the cable contacts the propane fuel line, normal vehicle movement can make the cable rub against the line. That wear can damage the line and result in a propane fuel leak.
There is no warning sign before failure without an inspection of the fuel line. An owner, driver, or fleet technician should not rely on a sound, light, or driving feel to catch this condition before the line is checked.
Who's affected?
The included buses use both the Vision and Vision School Bus names across the 2013-2021 model years; all involve the propane fuel return line.
| 2014 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | fuel system |
| 2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | fuel system |
| 2017 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2018 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2015 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2016 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| 2013 Blue Bird Vision | fuel system |
| Units affected | 66 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
For recall 22V736, a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. There is no warning sign before this condition without a fuel line inspection, so confirm your VIN and schedule the dealer inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2021 Blue Bird Vision or Vision School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the free fuel-line and park-brake-cable inspection and repair.
- Tell the dealer the LPG supply line can be damaged by the right-side park brake cable, and reference recall number 22V736 when you call.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it. If not, ask the dealer to look up the recall by VIN.
- Keep the bus away from ignition sources if you smell fuel before the repair, and ask the dealer for service instructions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician inspects the LPG fuel lines and the right-side park brake cable, then repairs the fuel lines and park brake cable as needed. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for labor tied to this recall repair, Blue Bird's reimbursement plan covers that labor cost at no cost to the dealer or vehicle owner. Keep your paid repair paperwork and ask Blue Bird customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit it for reimbursement.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 4, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 18, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 30, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| November 30, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 30, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V736?
Recall 22V736 covers 66 2013-2021 Blue Bird Vision and Vision School Bus school buses equipped with Ford 6.8L LPG engines. The LPG supply line can be damaged by contact with the right-hand park brake cable, resulting in a fuel leak. Blue Bird dealers will inspect and repair the fuel lines and park brake cable for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2021 Blue Bird Vision or Vision School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V736. If it is, contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule inspection and repair of the fuel lines and park brake cable. Reference recall number 22V736 or Blue Bird recall R22CA-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 states that dealers will inspect and repair the fuel lines and park brake cable free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V736?
The safety risk is fire. If the LPG supply line leaks and the fuel reaches an ignition source, the leak increases the risk of a fire. The repair path is to have a Blue Bird dealer inspect the fuel line routing and repair the fuel lines and park brake cable for free.
When were owners notified about recall 22V736?
Blue Bird mailed owner notification letters on November 18, 2022. Because that date has passed, owners who did not receive a letter should still check the VIN and contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer. Blue Bird customer service is available at 1-478-822-2242.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V736000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V736 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V736000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
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