NHTSA Recall 26V032000: Glass, side/rear (visibility)
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 432 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird All American School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V032000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
| Report received | January 22, 2026 |
| Owner notification | March 19, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Vision and All American school buses. The windows may have illegible DOT markings. As such these windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Safety risk
A missing DOT code mark may result in the window being replaced with an incorrect type of glass, increasing the risk of a injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the glass etching, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V032000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird All American School Bus | 2026, 2027 |
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2026, 2027 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.