NHTSA Recall 26V556000: Equipment adaptive/mobility: controls/control wiring
Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 82 vehicles. It affects 2025–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V556000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R26AH |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY › WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP › CONTROLS/CONTROL WIRING |
| Report received | August 31, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses equipped with Ricon K-Series wheelchair platform lifts. The electrical contactor may fail, preventing the controls from stopping the lift.
Safety risk
A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will correct the wiring by installing two diodes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AH.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V556000
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.