OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL
22V506000
Electrical System:propulsion System
Reported Jul 14, 2022 · Blue Bird Body Company
Summary
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling one 2022 All American transit bus equipped with a Cummins PD7000 Electric Drivetrain containing an electric air compressor. The air compressor housing is improperly grounded, causing electrical voltage greater than 50V AC during operation.
Consequence
An improperly grounded air compressor can cause electric shock, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install an electrical ground strap between the compressor motor housing and vehicle chassis, free of charge. The interim owner notification letter was mailed on September 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to become available mid-February 2023. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22BY-NSB.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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Vehicle entries in this campaign
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