Propane fuel leak from damaged fuel lines
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 vision transit buses manufactured september 24, 2015, to may 21, 2016, equipped with 6.8l ford engines and gen 3 propane units. the affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, possibly resulting in line damage and a propane fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on august 15, 2016. owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r16yt-nsb.
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FAQ: Recall 16V543000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V543000?
NHTSA recall 16V543000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on July 19, 2016. It addresses: Propane fuel leak from damaged fuel lines. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Other component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V543000 or the manufacturer campaign number R16YT-NSB. 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.