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NHTSA campaign 26V556000

Wheelchair Lift May Inadvertently Move

Blue Bird Body Company

Potential units
82
Report received
Aug 31, 2026
Manufacturer ID
R26AH

Recall summary

What is being recalled

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses equipped with Ricon K-Series wheelchair platform lifts. The electrical contactor may fail, preventing the controls from stopping the lift.

Safety consequence

Why this recall matters

A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

What owners should expect

Dealers will correct the wiring by installing two diodes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AH.

Associated products

Affected models and equipment

Vehicle2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus09/29/2025 - 10/24/2025
Vehicle2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus09/29/2025 - 10/24/2025
Vehicle2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus09/29/2025 - 10/24/2025

Official documents

NHTSA campaign files