Vehicle recall 26V641000 · October 2, 2026
Blue Bird All American School Bus (electric) and Vision School Bus (electric)
The high voltage battery system mounting bolts may be loose or missing.
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 2018-2024, 2026 Vision and All American Electric school buses. The high voltage battery system mounting bolts may be loose or missing.
- Consequence
- A high voltage battery with loose or missing mounting bolts can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and reinstall bolts with thread locker. Damaged or missing bolts will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AK.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V641000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 2, 2026
- Filed by
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Manufacturer campaign
- R26AK
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,590
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Electrical system › Propulsion system › 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.
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