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Blue Bird Vision School Bus Recall 25V635: Bus Parking Brake Can Engage Unexpectedly While Driving

NHTSA campaign 25V635, reported September 23, 2025, 150 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The brake interlock software in certain Vision buses may unintentionally activate the parking brake at any driving speed. This can cause the bus to stop suddenly without warning.

A sudden unexpected stop increases the risk of a crash, particularly for a large vehicle carrying passengers. Owners should watch for notification letters mailed November 18, 2025, and check whether their vehicle is affected.

Authorized dealers will update the brake interlock software at no cost to the owner. Owners can also contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 (recall number R25DS), and can check their VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V635Blue Bird Body Company
Component
PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Problem
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Vision school buses. The brake interlock software may unintentionally activate the parking brake at any driving speed.
Risk
A bus that stops suddenly without warning, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the brake interlock software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R25DS.

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird Vision School Bus2026
Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus20212022202320242025