High Voltage Battery Mounting Bolts May Be Loose or Missing
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Units affected
- 1,590
- Recall opened
- Oct 2, 2026
- Owner notification
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- Manufacturer campaign
- R26AK
- Type
- Vehicle
Affected vehicles (2)
- BLUE BIRD ALL AMERICAN SCHOOL BUS (ELECTRIC)2018–2026
- BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS (ELECTRIC)2018–2026
Defect
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2024, 2026 Vision and All American Electric school buses. The high voltage battery system mounting bolts may be loose or missing.
Risk / consequence
A high voltage battery with loose or missing mounting bolts can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall bolts with thread locker. Damaged or missing bolts will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AK.
Documents (3)
Source: NHTSA campaign 26V641000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.