Investigation PE09007: 2008–2009 Blue Bird Vision

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Feb 12, 2009

Closed

Apr 9, 2009

Model years

2008–2009

Subject

Cooling fan separation

Component: Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan

Summary

A blue bird corporation service bulletin dated december 18, 2008, warns owners that the radiator cooling fan assembly may have been installed usingincorrectly sized bolts and spacers onmodel years 2008 and 2009 vision school buses. There is a possibility that the fan blade may separate from the clutch mounting position. After further review, on march 3, 2009, blue bird filed a safety recall to inspect all involved buses. Blue bird will replaced the existing spacers and bolts if found to be the incorrect hardware.this recall action resolves the issues raised by this investigation. Accordingly, this investigation is closed.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2009 Blue Bird Vision6 complaints