Blue Bird · United States · High
Blue Bird Vision, All American +4 more: Seats — barriers
Affects Blue Bird Vision, All American, Vision School Bus, Vision Transit Bus, All American Transit Bus, All American School Bus · 2008–2021 — about 3K vehicles.
The hazard
In the event of a crash, the seat barrier may not adequately protect the occupant seated behind the seat barrier separating them from the driver seat with integrated 3-point seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly install the seat barrier including adding reinforcing bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 23, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R20AM-SB.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational