Fuel hose or brake line fluid leak
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 blue bird vision transit buses equipped with the ford 6.8l v10 engines. The hydraulic brake lines or transmission shifter cable may have been improperly routed, causing the brake line to be exposed to excessive heat, and leak hydraulic brake fluid. Additionally, the transmission shifter cable could contact the gasoline fuel supply line to the engine which may result in a fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A hydraulic brake fluid leak or a fuel line failure can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket which will insulate the brake lines from excessive heat, control routing of the brake lines, and secure the transmission shifter cable away from the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began february 7, 2019. owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r19zv-nsb.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 18V885000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V885000?
NHTSA recall 18V885000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on December 12, 2018. It addresses: Fuel hose or brake line fluid leak. The recall affects approximately 32 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V885000 or the manufacturer campaign number R19ZV-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.