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Blue Bird Vision School Bus Recall 26V519: School Bus Wiring Short Can Cut Rear Lights and Warnings

NHTSA campaign 26V519, reported August 10, 2026, 18,248 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A 12-volt power wire in one of the wiring harnesses on certain Blue Bird Vision school buses may become damaged and short circuit. An electrical short can cause a loss of rear lighting or instrument panel warning lights, which raises the risk of a crash.

Authorized Blue Bird dealers will install an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as needed, at no cost to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2026. If you have questions, contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your bus is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V519Blue Bird Body Company
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Problem
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021-2024 and 2026-2027 Vision School Bus (Electric), and 2023-2027 Vision School Buses. The 12V power wire on one of the harnesses may become damaged and short circuit.
Risk
An electrical short can cause a disruption to safety functions such as a loss of rear lighting or instrument panel warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will add an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AG.

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird Vision School Bus20232024202520262027
Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)202120222023202420262027