Recall 26V641000: 2018–2026 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric), 2018–2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 2, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- 1,590
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
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.
The risk
A high voltage battery with loose or missing mounting bolts can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2018 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2019 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2020 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2021 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2022 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2023 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2024 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2026 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus (electric)
- 2018 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2019 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2022 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2024 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
- 2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 26V641000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R26AK
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Components
- Electrical system:propulsion system:critical fasteners (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology