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Blue Bird recall - Controls/Control Wiring
NHTSA · August 31, 2026
- NHTSA recall campaign 26V556000 (Blue Bird), reported .
- Potentially affected vehicles: 82.
- Component: Controls/Control Wiring.
- Details as of ; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.
- Agency
- NHTSA
- Posted
- Recalling firm
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Source ID
- 26V556000
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.
Consequence
A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury.
Corrective action
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.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird | Vision School Bus | 2025 |
| Blue Bird | Vision School Bus | 2026 |
| Blue Bird | Vision School Bus | 2027 |
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