Vehicle recall 26V246000 · April 17, 2026
Blue Bird All American School Bus and All American School Bus (electric)
The retention nuts between the wiper blades and the mounting arms may have been improperly tightened.
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 2026-2027 All American school buses. The retention nuts between the wiper blades and the mounting arms may have been improperly tightened.
- Consequence
- Loose fasteners may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11. 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V246000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 17, 2026
- Filed by
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Owner notification
- June 11, 2026
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 103
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Windshield › Critical fasteners
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Blue Bird All American School Bus (2026-2027): 2027, 2026
- Blue Bird All American School Bus (electric) (2026): 2026
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