Parking brake cable may contact fuel line
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2018-2021 vision school buses equipped with ford 6.8l gasoline engines with an optional right-hand mounted parking brake lever. due to improper routing of the parking brake cables, the parking brake cable may contact and chafe the gasoline fuel line, potentially causing a fuel leak.
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the parking brake cable, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began may 28, 2020. owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r20aq-sb.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Blue Bird Body Company or involving Fuel System, Gasoline.
FAQ: Recall 20V249000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V249000?
NHTSA recall 20V249000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on May 5, 2020. It addresses: Parking brake cable may contact fuel line. The recall affects approximately 352 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Blue Bird Body Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V249000 or the manufacturer campaign number R20AQ-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.