Loose drag link connection bolts
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2019-2021 blue bird vision school buses powered by compressed natural gas (cng) or liquefied petroleum gas (lpg). the castle nuts used to connect the steering drag link to the steering arm may have not been correctly tightened, potentially causing separation of the drag link.
Safety Consequence
If the drag link separates, loss of steering control my occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Blue bird will notify owners, and will inspect the drag link assembly connection points, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. this recall began july 27, 2020. owners may contact blue bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r20aw-sb.
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FAQ: Recall 20V356000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V356000?
NHTSA recall 20V356000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on June 15, 2020. It addresses: Loose drag link connection bolts. The recall affects approximately 1,471 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 20V356000 or the manufacturer campaign number R20AW-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.