BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS (ELECTRIC) (2026) recall — Electrical System
Blue Bird is recalling certain 2019-2027 electric school buses due to a loose 12-volt cable that may cause loss of brake assist, steering, or instrument panel displays, increasing crash risk.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays can increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Blue Bird is recalling certain 2019-2027 electric school buses because a loose 12-volt cable can disconnect, causing loss of critical electrical systems like brakes and steering. This could increase the risk of a crash if the bus is used without proper electrical function. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1342511-blue-bird-2026-electric-school-bus-recall-electrical-system-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1342511-blue-bird-2026-electric-school-bus-recall-electrical-system-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V897000
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“Blue Bird 2026 Electric School Bus Recall: Electrical System Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1342511-blue-bird-2026-electric-school-bus-recall-electrical-system-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #25V897000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V897000).
Why it’s dangerous
A loose 12-volt cable can disconnect, causing loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays. This could lead to a crash if the bus loses critical electrical functions while in motion.
Who’s affected
School bus owners and operators of Blue Bird 2019-2027 Vision and All American electric school buses are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the electrical system fails during operation.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for Blue Bird Vision or All American school buses from 2019 to 2027 with a 12-volt cable that may be loose. The recall was notified to owners via mail on February 17, 2026.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Blue Bird Customer Service
Call 1-478-822-2242 to schedule a free inspection and repair by a dealer.
Have Dealer Inspect Cable
Dealers will inspect, add a torque stripe, and properly tighten the 12-volt cable as necessary to prevent disconnection.
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will inspect, add a torque stripe, and properly tighten the 12-volt cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
A loose 12-volt cable can disconnect, causing loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays, increasing crash risk.
How can I tell if my bus is affected?
Check if your Blue Bird Vision or All American school bus was made between 2019 and 2027. The recall was notified to owners via mail on February 17, 2026.
What should I do if I own an affected bus?
Contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 to schedule a free inspection and repair by a dealer.
Contact Blue Bird
We’ve drafted a message you can send Blue Bird to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V897000 — Blue Bird Blue Bird Hello, I own a Blue Bird that is covered by recall 25V897000 from Blue Bird. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect, add a torque stripe, and properly tighten the 12-volt cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #25V897000 (December 19, 2025)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.