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NHTSA campaign 26V519000

Damaged Wiring May Disrupt Critical Safety Functions

Blue Bird Body Company

Potential units
18,248
Report received
Aug 10, 2026
Manufacturer ID
R26AG

Recall summary

What is being recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021-2024 and 2026-2027 Vision School Bus (Electric), and 2023-2027 Vision School Buses. The 12V power wire on one of the harnesses may become damaged and short circuit.

Safety consequence

Why this recall matters

An electrical short can cause a disruption to safety functions such as a loss of rear lighting or instrument panel warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

What owners should expect

Dealers will add an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AG.

Associated products

Affected models and equipment

Vehicle2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2024 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2024 Blue Bird Vision School Bus10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2022 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026
Vehicle2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus10/28/2021 - 07/23/2026

Official documents

NHTSA campaign files