Use cautionVehicle recall · NHTSA · Published July 20, 2026
Blue Bird 2022-2027 Vision School Bus: Brake Fluid Leak Fire Risk
Blue Bird recalls 2022-2027 Vision school buses with potential brake fluid leaks that could cause fires or crashes if hot engine components contact brake lines.
A brake fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, a brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Blue Bird is recalling certain 2022-2027 Vision school buses because a brake hanger cotter pin can damage brake lines, causing fluid leaks. This increases fire risk near hot engine parts and may cause longer stopping distances, raising crash risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81238-blue-bird-2022-2027-vision-school-bus-brake-fluid-leak.
“Blue Bird 2022-2027 Vision School Bus: Brake Fluid Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated September 19, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81238-blue-bird-2022-2027-vision-school-bus-brake-fluid-leak. Based on NHTSA recall #26V466000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V466000).
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced on July 20, 2026, that Blue Bird is recalling certain 2022-2027 Vision school buses due to a brake fluid leak risk. Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin and inspect brake lines free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
Blue Bird Vision School Bus, 2022-2027
What to do
Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge.
The hazard
A brake fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, a brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Blue Bird Body Company has 133 other recalls on record since June 7, 2009. Other recent recalls include a loose battery bolts issue for Blue Bird Electric School Buses (Oct. 2, 2026), a wheelchair lift hazard for Vision School Buses (Aug. 31, 2026), and an electrical short risk for Vision Transit Buses (Aug. 10, 2026). Other recent recalls of similar products include oil leak fire risks for Micro Bird G5 School and Transit Buses (May 6, 2026) and a hot coolant leak risk for Thomas Built Buses (Feb. 14, 2026).
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your school bus is a 2022-2027 Blue Bird Vision model. The recall covers all these vehicles, as the issue is present in the design.
Brand
Blue Bird
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact Blue Bird Customer Service
Call 1-478-822-2242 to schedule a free repair with a dealer.
Have Dealer Inspect Brake Lines
Dealers will check and replace brake lines if damaged by the cotter pin.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 59 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Take action
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 26V466000 — Blue Bird 2022-2027 Vision School Bus: Brake Fluid Leak Fire Risk
Hello,
I own a Blue Bird 2022-2027 Vision School Bus: Brake Fluid Leak Fire Risk that is covered by recall 26V466000 from Blue Bird.
The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 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.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on September 19, 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.
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