BLUE BIRD VISION (2017) recall — Vehicle Speed Control
Blue Bird is recalling 2017-2018 Vision school buses with Gen4 Ford engines that may move unexpectedly due to brake/throttle issues. Owners must contact Blue Bird for software update.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If throttle input is allowed, the bus may be able to overpower the applied brake, causing the bus to move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash or an injury.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Blue Bird is recalling certain 2017-2018 Vision school buses with Gen4 Ford engines. The brake and throttle system may allow the bus to move unexpectedly when brakes are applied, increasing crash risk. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1225594-blue-bird-vision-2017-bus-speed-control-recall-risk-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1225594-blue-bird-vision-2017-bus-speed-control-recall-risk-of · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V259000
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“Blue Bird Vision 2017 Bus Speed Control Recall: Risk of Unexpected Movement.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1225594-blue-bird-vision-2017-bus-speed-control-recall-risk-of. Based on NHTSA recall #18V259000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V259000).
Why it’s dangerous
The brake and throttle interlock system fails to block accelerator input when activated. This allows the bus to move unexpectedly while brakes are applied, potentially causing crashes or injuries.
Who’s affected
School bus owners with 2017-2018 Blue Bird Vision models using Gen4 Ford engines are most at risk. Drivers and passengers could face unexpected movement during braking.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2017-2018 Blue Bird Vision school buses with Gen4 Ford engines. The recall applies to models with an optional brake and throttle interlock system.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Blue Bird
Reach out to Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 to schedule a software update for the Smart Relay Module.
What NHTSA says to do
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Smart Relay Module software. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZF - SB.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The brake and throttle interlock system fails to block accelerator input when activated, allowing the bus to move unexpectedly during braking.
How can I check if my bus is affected?
Check if your 2017-2018 Blue Bird Vision school bus has a Gen4 Ford engine with an optional brake and throttle interlock system.
What should I do if I own this bus?
Contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 to arrange a software update for the Smart Relay Module.
Contact Blue Bird
We’ve drafted a message you can send Blue Bird to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 18V259000 — Blue Bird Blue Bird Hello, I own a Blue Bird that is covered by recall 18V259000 from Blue Bird. The official recall notice states: Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will update the Smart Relay Module software. The recall began on May 24, 2018. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R18ZF - SB. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V259000 (April 24, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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