Model year

2011 Blue Bird Vision

Body and fuel not decoded. Owner complaints on file from no date to no date.

Recall campaigns covering this model year2238k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints0Not enough peers on file
Severity indexNoneCrash, fire, injury or death per 100
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2011 Blue Bird Vision by year filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

Complaints by component

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

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Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

22 recall campaigns cover the 2011 Blue Bird Vision

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2011 Blue Bird Vision
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
20V-235Apr 27, 2020Floor-mounted parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle stationary on an incline when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum weight, due to an…Brakes3Repair or modification
20V-234Apr 27, 2020Floor-mounted parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle stationary on an incline when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum weight, due to an…Brakes2,264Inspection
20V-125Mar 3, 2020Seat barrier behind the driver seat with an integrated 3-point seat belt may have been installed incorrectly and may be missing the reinforcing…Seats2,790Repair or modification
15V-731Nov 4, 2015Affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of positionAdaptive equipment90Part replacement
15V-730Nov 4, 2015Affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out of positionAdaptive equipment5,114Part replacement
14V-511Aug 19, 2014Platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crackAdaptive equipment90Part replacement
14V-510Aug 19, 2014Platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crackAdaptive equipment5,114Part replacement
13V-332Jul 31, 2013Joint adhesive may not have been applied at the interior and exterior body window panel jointsStructure172Repair or modification
13V-200May 15, 2013ESeats441Repair or modification
12V-218May 15, 2012Primary and secondary air brake lines may have been crossed at the brake treadle valveBrakes31Repair or modification
12V-217May 15, 2012Primary and secondary air brake lines may have been crossed at the brake treadle valveBrakes651Repair or modification
12V-153Apr 5, 2012Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misalignedAdaptive equipment125Repair or modification
11V-499Oct 14, 2011In the event of a crash, the barrier may make contact with the 2-passenger seat installed forward of the barrierSeats54Repair or modification
11V-424Aug 17, 2011V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation…Engine and cooling24Repair or modification
11V-423Aug 17, 2011V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation…Engine and cooling860Repair or modification
11V-247Apr 22, 2011Due to routing and clamping variations, the fuel line on units equipped with an optional relocated fuel filter may contact the body mounted…Fuel system507Part replacement
11V-174Mar 15, 2011Dash instrument panel abs indicator light does not illuminate when the abs circuit is disconnected at the main abs moduleElectrical system13,645Software update
11V-086Feb 10, 2011Sheet metal rain visors over the pushout side window on the left side of the bus may prohibit the emergency exit window from opening sufficiently…Structure363Repair or modification
10V-629Dec 16, 2010On some buses, the hydraulic brake pedal may deform upon application which may prevent the parking brake from fully applyingBrakes1,001Repair or modification
10V-307Jul 2, 2010These buses are equipped with a cruise control feature which once activated may not de-activate when the service brakes are appliedSpeed control319Repair or modification
10V-306Jul 1, 2010These buses are equipped with a cruise control feature which once activated may not de-activate when the service brakes are appliedSpeed control2,325Repair or modification
10V-298Jun 29, 2010Driver's seat shock damper may break allowing the driver's seat to unexpectedly drop to the floor without warningSeats1,542Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2011 Blue Bird Vision

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

0 complaints on file.

    Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
    Investigations

    NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

    Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
    Service bulletins

    27 manufacturer communications cover this model year

    Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall.

    • SM1905 Oct 15, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SM1905: Blue Bird Vantage Dash Fault Codes Website Blue Bird Vantage "Dash Fault Codes" website page has been updated to include additional new fault codes for all applicable system types (brake, engine, and transmission). Also, "Powertrain, Ford" has be…
    • SM1904 Oct 15, 2019 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      SM1904: New Ametek Parts & Software New Ametek instrument cluster part numbers and software now listed on the Blue Bird Dealer Vantage website. Also listed is a new Ametek gateway module and applicable software. New Ametek gateway module is only applica…
    • SM1608 Dec 8, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      New Blue Bird Support Center - Technical Bus Support: Dealer memo to announce the new on-line Blue Bird Support Center for technical bus support requests.
    • S16YJ Feb 4, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Service Bulletin: Rear Engine Exhaust Cables: Certain 2011 through 2017 model year Blue Bird All American Rear Engine school and non-school buses manufactured from June 5, 2010 through December 8, 2015, and equipped with optional Cummins diesel engines ma…
    • SU1603 Mar 22, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement: Instructions for ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement features.
    • SM1602 Jan 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Dealer Memo on ACTIA Instrument Cluster Updates, Enhancements SM1602 is applicable to buses originally built with ACTIA instrument clusters. Buses were built buses with ACTIA instrument clusters from the 2011 year model until the 2018 year models. Note we…
    • SM1601 Jan 14, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for assisting in the service of the Blue Bird products. These troubleshooting guides are available on the Vantage website.
    • SU1702 Jun 1, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      The intent of SU1702 is to provide service part replacement instructions for our new Ametek instrument cluster. The new cluster will be in full production beginning June 5, 2017. During the time between now and June 5, 2017 Blue Bird will be building some p…
    • SU-1503 Dec 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: CORRECT INFORMATION PROVIDED FOR THE FRONT HUB TORQUE SPECIFICATION, NOT FOUND IN MANUALS FOR CERTAIN BUSES FOR HUB AND ROTOR ASSEMBLY AND FRONT INSTALLATION. MODEL 2005-14 VISION, ALL-AMERICAN AND ACTIVITY. *PE
    • SB-S14XL Dec 30, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: THE CHASSIS FRAME BRACKET ASSEMBLY MAY BREAK DUE TO UPPER MOUNTING CAPSCREWS AND LOWER STUDS RETAINING BOTH SIDES OF ENGINE MOUNT CROSSMEMBER. MODEL 2011-2014 VISION. *PE
    • SB-S-13-WH Jul 18, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: CERTAIN BUSES ARE EXPERIENCING HIGHER THAN EXPECTED CRACKS IN SURGE TANKS AND NEED TO BE ADDRESSED, INSPECTED, AND REPLACED, IF NECESSARY, WITH NEW SURGE TANKS, IF CRACKS ARE DETECTED. MODEL 2011-2014 BBCV VISION. *PE
    • SU-1307 Aug 6, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: A NEW BRACKET DESIGN TO AID IN PREVENTION OF WATER DAMAGE TO NEW BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) ANGLE, IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR CERTAIN MODEL OF BUSES, AND INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED FOR BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) BRACKET INSTALLATION. MODELS 2010-201…
    • SB-S-12VC Jun 13, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: CLICK DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. BREAKAWAY ADAPTER FAILS TO MEET NFPA 58 REQUIREMENTS FOR 90 DEGREE ZINC. THE NEW STEEL FITTING AND BREAKAWAY ADAPTER WOULD REPLACE EXISTING 90 DEGREE ZINC FITTING. *PE
    • SB-S-12-TZ May 24, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE INTERLOCK ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR VISION BUSES MAY HAD INSTALLED THE CIRCUIT PROTECTION INCORRECTLY WHICH COULD LEAD TO CIRCUIT BREAKER TRIPPING PREMATURELY. *PE
    • SB-S-12TX Apr 17, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. DUE TO CLAMPS NOT BEING TORQUED TO PROPER SPECIFICATION, CLAMPS FOR POWER STEERING HOUSE MAY LEAK. MODEL YEARS 2009-2013. *PE
    • S12-TV Apr 11, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: THE SUBJECT BUSES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A SLEEPING CHILD CHECK FIGURE FEATURE WHICH MAY NOT 'ARM' AS REQUIRED BY THE STATE OF GEORGIA. *JS
    • SB-S-10-SK Aug 26, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. STARTER MOUNTING BOLTS, ON THE FLANGE, IS TOO LARGE AND NOT SEATING PROPERLY WHICH CAUSES IT TO BE LOOSE AND HAVE STARTING PROBLEMS. *PE
    • SB-S-10-SB Aug 2, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE WABCO HYDRAULIC BRAKE MODULATOR MOTOR MAY CORRODE DUE TO MOTOR COVER FILLING UP WITH WATER. *PE
    • SB-S-10-SN Sep 29, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION REGARDING FUEL LINES AND WIRING HARNESSES BE SECURED SEPARATELY AND NOT TOGETHER ABOVE AND OVER TRANSMISSION AND REAR SUSPENSION. *PE
    • SB-S-10-SC Jun 17, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, WHEN HEAVY DUTY FANS START ON HIGH SPEED SETTING, THE FIVE AMP FUSES CAPACITY MAY BE EXCEEDED. *PE
    • SB-S-10-SR Dec 13, 2010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR BUSES, WITH TRACK MOUNTED MODULAR SEATS, A DECAL MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED WITH INCORRECT TRACK SEATING INSTRUCTIONS. *PE
    • SB-S-1005 Dec 1, 2011 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD BUS: THE ELECTRIC DOOR DRIVE PLATE ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN UPDATED FOR OUTWARD ELECTRIC OPENING ENTRANCE DOOR. *PE
    • SU-S-0705 May 14, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: FOR SOME MODEL YEAR BUSES, FRONT AXLES UNDERGONE SEVERAL CHANGES REGARDING TIE RODS NOT BEING INTERCHANGEABLE WHEN REPLACEMENT SERVICE IS REQUIRED. *PE
    • SB-S-07-LM Mar 5, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON MODEL YEAR BUSES, THE BICYCLE CRANK ARM, IN WIPER ASSEMBLY, MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO DESIGN BEING OUT OF SPECIFICATION. *PE
    • SB-S-06-KH Mar 7, 2006 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON SOME BUSES, A GUARD WAS DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE SNAGGING OF BAG STRAPS AND JACKET POCKETS ON AIR POWER ENTRANCE DOORS' EMERGENCY RELEASE LEVER. *PE
    • SB-S-70-LJ Mar 1, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION ON EXCESSIVE CYCLING OF ENGINE COOLING FAN AND SHUTTER AND HOW TO INSTALL THERMO SWITCHES FOR COOLING SYSTEM AND CHARGE AIR SYSTEM. *PE
    • SU-S-0706 Aug 8, 2007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
      BLUE BIRD: INFORMATION IS BEING PROVIDED REGARDING MAINTENANCE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ALUMINUM SEAT FLOOR TRACKS. *PE
    Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.