Vehicle recall 26V519000 · August 10, 2026
Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric) and Vision School Bus
The 12V power wire on one of the harnesses may become damaged and short circuit.
Source: NHTSA data as of November 8, 2026. Last refreshed Nov 8, 2026, 6:01 PM UTC.
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AG.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V519000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 10, 2026
- Filed by
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Manufacturer campaign
- R26AG
- Owner notification
- October 7, 2026
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 18,248
- 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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