Blue Bird school bus recall in Canada: wheelchair lift may crack
In plain language
This recall affects certain 2007-2015 Blue Bird school buses in Canada equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift. The lift platform sides may crack, which could cause the lift to lean against the vehicle doors and potentially fall out. This could put the lift operator at risk of injury. You can check if your vehicle is included and book a repair using the official notice.
What to do
- Check your VIN using the official notice.
- Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.
- Follow any safety instructions in the notice.
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Affected products
Specific affected products are listed in the official notice.
Why this matters
Wheelchair lift could fall out, causing injury
Do I have this product?
This recall applies to specific products. Details are listed in the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
Wheelchair lift could fall out, causing injury
What should consumers do?
Check your VIN using the official notice. Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair. Follow any safety instructions in the notice.
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. Wheelchair lift could fall out, causing injury
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on November 6, 2015.
Is the BLUE BIRD brand affected by this recall?
Yes, BLUE BIRD products are affected by this recall. This recall affects certain 2007-2015 Blue Bird school buses in Canada equipped with a Ricon wheelchair lift. The lift platform sides may crack, which could cause the lift to lean against the vehicle doors and potentially fall out. This could put the lift operator at risk of injury. You can check if your vehicle is included and book a repair using the official notice.