Vehicle recall 25V897000 · December 19, 2025
Blue Bird All American School Bus (electric) and Vision School Bus (electric)
A loose 12-volt cable may disconnect, causing a loss of electrical systems.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2027 Vision and All American school buses. A loose 12-volt cable may disconnect, causing a loss of electrical systems.
- Consequence
- A loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, add a torque stripe, and properly tighten the 12-volt cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V897000
- Reported to NHTSA
- December 19, 2025
- Filed by
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Owner notification
- February 17, 2026
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,356
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Wiring
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
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