NHTSA Recall 26V519000: Electrical system: wiring
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 18,248 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Blue Bird Vision School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V519000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R26AG |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | August 10, 2026 |
| Owner notification | October 7, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V519000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027 |
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric) | 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 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.