Corrosion may cause fuel line leak
Defect Summary
Blue bird body company (blue bird) is recalling certain 2018-2023 blue bird vision transit buses equipped with roush fuel return lines included in gen 4 and gen 5 lpg conversion systems that were installed on vehicles sold or registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, washington d.c., west virginia, and wisconsin. the zinc-plating on the fuel return line may break away when contacted by road debris, causing two dissimilar metals on the fuel line to contact each other and corrode.
Safety Consequence
A corroded fuel line can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel return lines, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed may 24, 2023. owners may contact blue bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. blue bird's number for this recall is r22bx-nsb.
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FAQ: Recall 22V578000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V578000?
NHTSA recall 22V578000 was issued by Blue Bird Body Company on August 4, 2022. It addresses: Corrosion may cause fuel line leak. 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 22V578000 or the manufacturer campaign number R22BX-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.