Drag link castle nut may be improperly torqued
Defect Summary
Blue bird is recalling certain 2013 model year vision conventional school buses manufactured from august 27, 2012, to november 06, 2012. the castle nut that attaches the drag link to the steering arm may not have been torqued to the proper specifications.
Safety Consequence
Improperly torqued drag link castle nuts could cause excessive movement at the drag link to steering arm connection which could lead to potential separation of the drag link from the steering arm and loss of steering control, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will check the torque on the drag link castle nuts. any vehicle where the castle nuts are found to be loose will also have its steering arm inspected for wear. the recall began on december 28, 2012. owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.
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FAQ: Recall 12V586000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V586000?
NHTSA recall 12V586000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on December 13, 2012. It addresses: Drag link castle nut may be improperly torqued. The recall affects approximately 222 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V586000 or the manufacturer campaign number R12VT. 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.