Safety Recall NHTSA · 11V175000 Reported March 15, 2011

Abs indicator light

Blue Bird Body Company · Electrical System · 61 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
11V175000
Manufacturer Campaign
R11SZ
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
61
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 15, 2011

Defect Summary

Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 vision non school buses. the dash instrument panel abs indicator light does not illuminate when the abs circuit is disconnected at the main abs module. accordingly, these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems," and fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

Safety Consequence

In the event the abs circuit disconnects from the main abs module, the bus operator would be unaware of the failure of the abs system and the associated reduced braking function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Blue bird is currently working with stoneridge to produce software that dealers can use to reprogram the dash instrument panel. blue bird will notify owners once the software update becomes available. the affected buses will be repaired free of charge. the safety recall began on june 23, 2011. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference recall ID 11V175000 or campaign R11SZ.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 11V175000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 11V175000?

NHTSA recall 11V175000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on March 15, 2011. It addresses: Abs indicator light. The recall affects approximately 61 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V175000 or the manufacturer campaign number R11SZ. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.