Blue Bird Vision 2006

Model Vision made in 2006 by Blue Bird got 5 investigations there are 16 recalls as well as 19 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car had some investigations: electrical system, service brakes, air and service brakes, hydraulic. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, equipment adaptive and other.

Vision year 2006

Recalls
Technical Service Bulletins
Defect investigations

Model 2006

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date	Regulation Part Number	FMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
10V169000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 01/30/2003 to 09/24/2008	V (Vehicle)	18821	05/26/2010	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	04/23/2010	04/23/2010
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2009 vision school buses manufactured from january 30, 2003 through september 24, 2008. the power cables running to the power distribution unit stud and driver's control module stud may have been installed with the lug (eyelet) flat side up. when this condition exists, vibration may wear the insulation permitting direct contact between the bare lug and the pdu or dcm which could cause a direct short in the electrical system.
Consequence Summary	This condition could result in a fire.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses as necessary free of charge. the safety recall began may 26, 2020. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird's recall campaign number is r10rw.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
10V170000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 09/19/2003 to 07/02/2008	V (Vehicle)	195	05/26/2010	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	04/23/2010	04/23/2010
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2009 vision non-school buses manufactured from september 19, 2003 through july 2, 2008. the power cables running to the power distribution unit stud and driver's control module stud may have been installed with the lug (eyelet) flat side up. when this condition exists, vibration may wear the insulation permitting direct contact between the bare lug and the pdu or dcm which could cause a direct short in the electrical system.
Consequence Summary	This condition could result in a fire.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and repair the buses as necessary free of charge. the safety recall began on may 26, 2020. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird's recall campaign number is r10rw. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
05V382000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 10/23/2003 to 07/15/2005	V (Vehicle)	5863	10/19/2005	ODI	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	08/31/2005	08/31/2005
Defect Summary	Certain 2001 through 2006 my blue bird all american, tc2000, and vision transit school buses manufactured between january 5, 2001, and july 15, 2005. these buses are equipped with a battery disconnect switch that has connections that may be loose on the battery switch studs creating the potential for the bus to shut down while in operation.
Consequence Summary	Should the bus shut down while in operation, a vehicle crash could occur.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify its owners and instruct them on how to repair the switch. the recall began on october 19 , 2005. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r05ka.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty:1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
11V218000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 06/26/2003 to 12/09/2004	V (Vehicle)	3919	04/12/2011	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	04/06/2011	04/06/2011
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2006 vision conventional style school buses manufactured from june 26, 2003, through december 9, 2004. the starter cable may contact and potentially chafe against the steel braided power steering hose thereby creating a direct short.
Consequence Summary	A short could result in a fire.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will inspect the subject buses for proper clearance between the starter cable and the power steering hose. buses found to have insufficient clearance will have a clamp installed to prevent further contact. any damaged power steering hoses or starter cables will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 10, 2011. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird's recall campaign number is r11ta.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
11V219000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 06/26/2003 to 12/09/2004	V (Vehicle)	30	04/12/2011	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	04/06/2011	04/06/2011
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2006 vision conventional style non school buses manufactured from june 26, 2003, through december 9, 2004. the starter cable may contact and potentially chafe against the steel braided power steering hose thereby creating a direct short.
Consequence Summary	A short could result in a fire.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and dealers will inspect the subject buses for proper clearance between the starter cable and the power steering hose. buses found to have insufficient clearance will have a clamp installed to prevent further contact. any damaged power steering hoses or starter cables will be replaced free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about may 10, 2011. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird's recall campaign number is r11ta.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
06V261000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 08/05/2003 to 06/13/2006	V (Vehicle)	7980	08/31/2006	ODI	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	07/17/2006	07/17/2006
Defect Summary	Certain 2004-2007 my vision school buses manufactured between august 5, 2003, and june 13, 2006, equipped with option 40280-02 ammeter shunt. the power cable originally installed between the toe board and the shunt may be too short and may break due to engine vibration.
Consequence Summary	Should the power cable break while the bus is in use, the bus could become stranded in an active lane which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and replace the short power cable with a longer one free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2006. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r06kw.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE
06V112000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 07/11/2005 to 11/08/2005	V (Vehicle)	129	05/05/2006	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	04/11/2006	04/11/2006
Defect Summary	Certain my 2006 all american school and transit buses and 2006 conventional vision school buses manufactured between july 7 and november 8, 2005, equipped with ricon s and k series platform style wheelchair lifts . the vertical support arms for the lifts were improperly welded allowing the lift to stow improperly.
Consequence Summary	In the event this condition occurs during passenger operations it may not be possible to close the lift door causing the vehicle interlocks to remain engaged preventing movement of the vehicle or the ability to load or unload passengers with disabilities from the vehicle.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify its customers and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on may 5, 2006. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r06ks.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
OTHER - SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLY
05V251000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY		V (Vehicle)	3121	08/12/2005	ODI	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	05/20/2005	06/06/2005
Defect Summary	Certain blue bird 2002 through 2006 my all american, conventional, minibird, microbird, vision, and tc2000 school buses originally sold in or currently registered in states other than the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new jersey, new mexico, new york, north dakota, ohio, oregon, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, washington, west virginia, wisconsin, wyoming, and the district of columbia. in extremely cold weather, the microswitches used internally to position the sign in the open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or close in an improper position, or to not open at all.
Consequence Summary	Should the stop arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by passing motorists should the motorist not stop at the correct location.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify all its customers of this campaign. for those buses operated in or near any of the states listed above, blue bird is encouraging the bus owners to obtain the replacement switch. for those buses operated in the warmer states, blue bird will replace the switch upon owner request. for those customers who request the remedy, blue bird will replace the original switch with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly connected. the safety improvement campaign began on august 12, 2005. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird campaign no. r05jw.this action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration
05V239000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY		V (Vehicle)	8894	08/12/2005	ODI	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	05/20/2005	05/26/2005
Defect Summary	Certain school buses originally sold in or currently registered in the following states: alaska, colorado, connecticut, delaware, idaho, illinois, indiana, iowa, kansas, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, montana, nebraska, nevada, new hampshire, new jersey, new mexico, new york, north dakota, ohio, oregon, pennsylvania, rhode island, south dakota, tennessee, utah, vermont, virginia, washington, west virginia, wisconsin, wyoming, and the district of columbia. in extremely cold weather, the microswitches used internally to position the stop arm sign in the open and closed positions may malfunction, causing the sign to open or close in an improper position, or to not open at all.
Consequence Summary	Should the stop arm not perform properly, a child or pedestrian may be endangered by passing vehicles should the motorist not stop at the correct location.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify its customers and replace the original switch with a switch pack that is not sensitive to extreme cold weather and will inspect to ensure the microswitch heater wiring is properly connected free of charge. the recall began on august 12, 2005. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
SEATS
05V211000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 03/24/2005 to 04/15/2005	V (Vehicle)	8	05/04/2005	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	05/09/2005	05/09/2005	571	222
Defect Summary	Certain my 2006 blue bird all american and vision school buses manufactured between february 9 and april 15, 2005. seat spacing in front of the side emergency door flip up seat exceeds the maximum allowed spacing as required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	All the affected buses have been repaired by blue bird distributors. therefore, it will not be necessary for blue bird to mail out owner notification letters to customers.
Notes
09V328000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 07/14/2003 to 05/07/2009	V (Vehicle)	37095	09/18/2009	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	08/13/2009	08/13/2009	571	222
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2004 through 2010 all american, vision, micro bird, and conventional school buses manufactured between january 30, 2003 and may 7, 2009. incorrect offset leg barrier pads or 2/3 seat back pads may have been installed. buses with incorrect pads installed fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence Summary	In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant(s).
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and the buses will be repaired free of charge. the safety recall began on september 18, 2009. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird's recall campaign number is r09pm.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SEATS - BARRIERS
11V499000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 10/21/2005 to 08/26/2010	V (Vehicle)	54	01/18/2012	OVSC	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	10/14/2011	10/14/2011	571	222
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2012 all american, 2006 through 2011 vision, and 2006 conventional school buses manufactured between september 19, 2005, and may 3, 2011, equipped with 2-passenger seats installed forward of the 39 barrier. in the event of a crash, the barrier may make contact with the 2-passenger seat installed forward of the barrier. accordingly, these buses fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, school bus passenger seating and crash protection.
Consequence Summary	The seat occupants may be seriously injured in the event of a crash.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on january 18, 2012. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird's recall campaign number is r11tq.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE
07V258000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 10/09/2003 to 09/21/2006	V (Vehicle)	5977	09/30/2007	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	06/22/2007	06/22/2007
Defect Summary	Certain blue bird my 2004 through 2007 vision school and transit buses manufactured between october 9, 2003, and september 21, 2006, equipped with parker single check vavles (scv) provided by bendix. the defect exists in the parker scv that connects with the supply port of the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve. after prolonged use of the parker scv, the valve body retainer may become excessively worn and eventually break apart. pieces of the parker scv can become lodged inside the sr-7 spring brake modulating valve, potentially causing either leakage out of the sr-7 valve or preventing air from properly exhausting from the sr-7 valve.
Consequence Summary	This condition can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button. these conditions can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway, brake drag, or in the case of loss of primary circuit, inability to modulate the spring brakes.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and provide a free remedy. the recall began on september 30, 2007. owners can contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r07ly.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
08V312000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 01/11/2004 to 04/22/2008	V (Vehicle)	5422	08/08/2008	ODI	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	07/11/2008	07/11/2008
Defect Summary	The hydraulic brake hoses from the master cylinder to the chassis frame may have been improperly routed or retained on certain 2004 through 2009 my blue bird vision conventional school and transit buses manufactured from january 11, 2004 through april 22, 2008.
Consequence Summary	Improper routing or retention of the hydraulic brake hoses may result in brake hoses chaffing against the bus body and/or chassis components which could cause a leak in the hydraulic brake system resulting in reduced braking capacity which could result in a crash.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses free of charge. the recall began on august 8, 2008. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r08nb.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE WARNING
05V204000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 03/24/2003 to 04/25/2005	V (Vehicle)	2108	07/15/2005	OVSC	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	05/06/2005	05/06/2005	571	105
Defect Summary	Certain blue bird my 2004-2006 vision school buses equipped with hydraulic brakes manufactured between march 24, 2003, and april 25, 2005. the hydraulic brake dash warning light was incorrectly labeled with the canadian version which uses symbols rather than words as required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, hydraulic and electric brake systems.
Consequence Summary	The original dash warning light indicator displays an international symbol on the brake warning light indicator whereas fmvss 105 requires the word brake to be displayed. the operator may not recognize the international symbol as warning indicating a problem in the hydraulic brake system which could result in a vehicle crash if the warning is not heeded.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will mail replacement decals with correct nomenclature for the brake dash warning indicator light. the recall began july 15, 2005. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r05js.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
STRUCTURE - BODY - ROOF AND PILLARS
08V229000	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	from 03/06/2003 to 03/28/2008	V (Vehicle)	23464	09/18/2008	MFR	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	05/20/2008	05/20/2008	571	221
Defect Summary	Blue bird is recalling 23,464 my 2005 through 2009 all american and vision school and transit model buses manufactured from january 22, 2004, and march 28, 2008, and my 2004 through 2007 all american school buses and conventional model school buses manufactured from march 6, 2003, through june 16, 2006. the rivet pattern may be incorrect in sections of the rear roof sheet joint that attaches to the rear roof cap. without the appropriate amount of roof rivets, the buses fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 221, joint strength.
Consequence Summary	In the event of a crash, these panels may separate exposing the occupants to increased risk of injury.
Corrective Summary	Blue bird will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses by adding additional rivets. the recall began on september 18, 2008. owners may contact blue bird at 478-822-2242.
Notes	Blue bird recall no. r08nc.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins

Bulletin	Bulletin date	Item no.	Summary	Added
AIR BAGS - SIDE/WINDOW
SU-S0608	08/04/2006	10043211	Blue bird: windows may rattle, have wind noise, water and dust can enter, not close or lock properly. top rail sagging downward at center of spectal passenger windows. *pe	03/02/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SB-S-06-KV	07/19/2006	10043244	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on some model buses, door brake interlock system becomes unresponsive due to low pressure switch and not releasing pressure. *pe	03/06/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
SB-S-09-PA	02/27/2009	10043387	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on certain model year buses, the wrong disconnect stud(s) switch may be connected to battery disconnect jumper cable switch. *pe	03/23/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY
SB-S-07-LS	05/23/2007	10043255	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on some buses, starter cable is located on power junction block, causing slow starter cranking and misdiagnoses. starter cable should be located on ammeter junction block instead.	03/06/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
SB-S0701	06/06/2007	10032764	Blue bird bus: re-issue service update engine coolants. the cooling system on the buses be properly maintained and monitored to insure proper operation of your cooling system. *pe	05/19/2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
SB-S-70-LJ	03/01/2007	10043209	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. information on excessive cycling of engine cooling fan and shutter and how to install thermo switches for cooling system and charge air system. *pe	03/02/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
SB-S-70-LJ	03/01/2007	10043209	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. information on excessive cycling of engine cooling fan and shutter and how to install thermo switches for cooling system and charge air system. *pe	03/02/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
SB-S0701	06/06/2007	10032764	Blue bird bus: re-issue service update engine coolants. the cooling system on the buses be properly maintained and monitored to insure proper operation of your cooling system. *pe	05/19/2010
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
SB-S-10-SR	12/13/2010	10043407	Blue bird bus: see document search button for owner letter. on certain model year buses, with track mounted modular seats, a decal may have been installed with incorrect track seating instructions. *pe	03/27/2012
SEATS
SB-S-10-SR	12/13/2010	10043407	Blue bird bus: see document search button for owner letter. on certain model year buses, with track mounted modular seats, a decal may have been installed with incorrect track seating instructions. *pe	03/27/2012
SU-S-0706	08/08/2007	10043190	Blue bird: information is being provided regarding maintenance for vehicles equipped with aluminum seat floor tracks. *pe	02/29/2012
SEATS - BARRIERS
SU-S-0706	08/08/2007	10043190	Blue bird: information is being provided regarding maintenance for vehicles equipped with aluminum seat floor tracks. *pe	02/29/2012
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
SU-S-0705	05/14/2007	10043253	Blue bird: for some model year buses, front axles undergone several changes regarding tie rods not being interchangeable when replacement service is required. *pe	03/06/2012
SB-S-07-MC	08/30/2007	10043231	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. tie rods are interchangeable. must be inspected for correct part number and thread engagement in cross tube if replaced. *pe	03/05/2012
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
SB-S-06-KV	07/19/2006	10043244	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on some model buses, door brake interlock system becomes unresponsive due to low pressure switch and not releasing pressure. *pe	03/06/2012
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR - HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
SB-S-06-KV	07/19/2006	10043244	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on some model buses, door brake interlock system becomes unresponsive due to low pressure switch and not releasing pressure. *pe	03/06/2012
SB-S-06-KH	03/07/2006	10043225	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on some buses, a guard was designed to prevent the snagging of bag straps and jacket pockets on air power entrance doors' emergency release lever. *pe	03/05/2012
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
RC-R-06-KW	03/05/2012	10043224	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on some buses a safety issue exist regarding the installation and replacing of power cable and shunt base due to breakage. *pe	03/05/2012
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
SB-S-07-LM	03/05/2007	10043251	Blue bird: see document search button for owner letter. on model year buses, the bicycle crank arm, in wiper assembly, must be replaced due to design being out of specification. *pe	03/06/2012

Investigations

NHTSA ID	Manufacturer	Date open	Date close	Subject	Recall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
PE09001	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	01/05/2009	03/04/2009	ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE	09V055000
	This investigation was opened after odi learned about a firealleged to have started from the main battery cable chafing at the rear of the engine.the subject bus was a new 2008 model and the battery cable runs from the electrical junction block to the battery.the problem only affects buses equipped with the caterpillar engine.subsequent field inspections found battery cables on two other buses showing signs of abrasionagainst the rear of the engine.on february 16, 2009, blue bird filed a safety recall to inspect all involved buses. blue bird will inspect the battery power cables at the rear of the engine on the suspect buses and correct the problem as necessary.this recall action resolves the issues raised by this investigation. accordingly, this investigation is closed.
PE05028	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	05/25/2005	09/27/2005	SCHOOL BUS STALLS	05V382000
	This investigation was opened after odi received a complaint from a school bus fleet reporting that three separate buses had stalled unexpectedly while they were loaded with children.reportedly, each time the failure occurred the master battery shut-off switch was identified as being defective.odi opened this investigation to gather specific information and details into these allegations.as a result of odi
PE06026	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	07/10/2006	08/31/2006	OVER STRESSED BATTERY CABLES	06V261000
	This investigation was opened after odi was notified by the gsa automotive engineering division that they have had three incidents where abattery cable terminal end failed. gsa reported the positive battery cable as being too short and being stressed during normal operation resulting in a complete separation.this could lead to an engine shut down or possibly a thermal event if thecable shorts to a ground source upon failure.bluebird has filed a safety defect to resolve the issue. the original cable will be removed and replaced with a longer battery cable. the ammeter shunt mounting will also be upgraded on all buses delivered through july 12, 2006.this investigation is close.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - LOW PRESSURE WARNING
PE06014	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	04/06/2006	07/13/2006	BRAKE AIR PRESSURE BUZZER INOPERATIVE
	See closing report.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
PE08038	BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY	06/04/2008	08/04/2008	HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE CHAFING/LEAKING	08V312000
	In april, 2008, odi received a letter from the missouri state highway patrol alleging that their field inspectorswerefinding hydraulic brake hoses that werebeing cut or crushed by the sharp edges of the bus body at the firewall.they also supplied information on one bus that experienced total brake loss due to the brake hose being cut. further field work by odi increased thenumber of complaints to a total of seven.after discussions with odi and further review of field incidents, blue bird has decided to initiate a safety recall to inspect, replace and or reposition the brake hoses of concern. this recall action resolves the issues raised by this investigation. accordingly, this investigation is closed.