Hydraulic brake indicator light
Defect Summary
Blue bird is recalling certain model year 2013 vision school buses manufactured from may 10, 2012, through june 7, 2012. the electronic module that activates the hydraulic brake pressure indicator light on the dash instrument panel when there is little, or no, pressure in the hydraulic brake system may have been omitted during manufacturing. therefore, these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 105, "hydraulic and electric brake systems," section 5.3 "brake system indicator lamps".
Safety Consequence
In the event that a loss of pressure occurs in the hydraulic brake system and the brake pressure monitor does not activate, the operator of the bus may not be aware of the subsequent reduced braking capacity which could result in a vehicle crash with potential for personal injury and/or property damage.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will repair the buses free of charge. the safety recall began on august 9, 2012. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
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FAQ: Recall 12V349000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V349000?
NHTSA recall 12V349000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on July 24, 2012. It addresses: Hydraulic brake indicator light. The recall affects approximately 19 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 12V349000 or the manufacturer campaign number R12VG. 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.