If your VIN is in recall 23V424, Blue Bird will update the instrument cluster software for free at a franchised dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 109 2022-2024 All American Transit Bus vehicles because a software error in the instrument cluster can stop the air pressure gauges and low-air warnings from working. The fault can leave a driver unaware of air pressure loss, which can result in driving without functioning brakes; Blue Bird dealers will repair it free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The instrument cluster on 2022-2024 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus buses is the dashboard unit that shows brake system information to the driver. On air brake equipped buses, the air pressure gauges show whether the system has enough pressure, and the visual and audible low air warnings alert the driver when pressure is too low.
On affected buses, an Ametek software problem inside the cluster can stop the air pressure gauges and low air warnings from starting properly. The issue is tied to how the cluster reads the ignition signal during cold startup. If that signal is not read correctly, the cluster does not run the air gauge and warning functions.
A driver can see the warning sign during the pre-trip inspection. The air pressure gauges will not function, which tells the driver the low air warning system is not active either.
Who's affected?
Covers the same bus model across 2022-2024, with instrument-panel and air-brake items tied to the same instrument-cluster software.
| 2022 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| 2022 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | brake system |
| 2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | instrument panel |
| 2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | brake system |
| 2024 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | instrument panel |
| 2024 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | brake system |
| Units affected | 109 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no 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?
If the air gauges or warnings fail to show air pressure loss, the driver can keep driving without functioning brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. Check the air gauges during the required pre-trip inspection and take a nonfunctioning gauge out of service before the bus is driven. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2024 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the free instrument-cluster software update for the air-pressure gauges and low-air warnings.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Bird sent one. If not, reference recall number 23V424 when you call.
- Avoid operating the bus if the air-pressure gauges or low-air warnings are not working; park it and contact the dealer.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician updates the instrument cluster software so the air pressure gauges and the visual and audio low air warnings work as intended. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid for an instrument cluster software repair tied to this recall, keep the repair paperwork and ask Blue Bird customer service how the labor reimbursement applies. Blue Bird's reimbursement language covers the labor cost of the recall repair at no cost to the dealer or vehicle owner.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 13, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 28, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| July 28, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 28, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 28, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V424?
Recall 23V424 covers 109 2022-2024 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus vehicles with an instrument cluster software error. The air pressure gauges and low-air warnings can fail to work, which can leave the driver without an alert before brake function is lost. Blue Bird dealers update the software for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2024 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 23V424. If it is, contact a Blue Bird dealer to schedule the instrument cluster software update. Reference recall number 23V424 and Blue Bird recall number R23CH (NSB) 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 will update the instrument cluster software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a Blue Bird dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V424?
The risk is loss of brake warning information before the air brake system loses pressure. If the air gauges and low-air alerts fail, the driver can keep driving without functioning brakes, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair updates the instrument cluster software to restore the warnings.
When were owners notified about recall 23V424?
Blue Bird mailed owner notification letters on July 27, 2023. If you bought the bus used or did not receive a letter, check your VIN and call a Blue Bird dealer or Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 with recall number 23V424.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V424000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V424 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V424000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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