Vcu may shut down high voltage contactors
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2018-2019 vision and all american school buses equipped with powerdrive 7000 ev electric drivetrains. the vehicle control unit (vcu) may unexpectedly shut down the high voltage contactors, resulting in loss of all systems powered by high voltage, including the traction drive system and power steering.
Safety Consequence
An unexpected loss of drive and power steering may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Cummins will notify blue bird owners and will update the vcu software with a revised version, free of charge. the recall began july 24, 2019. owners may contact cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or blue bird at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r19ae (sb).
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Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 19V471000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 19V471000?
NHTSA recall 19V471000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on June 19, 2019. It addresses: Vcu may shut down high voltage contactors. 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 19V471000 or the manufacturer campaign number R19AE (SB). 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.