Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus recalled for damaged wiring disrupting safety lights
What this means
Certain 2023–2027 Blue Bird Vision Transit Buses have a 12V power wire that can become damaged and short circuit. This electrical fault can knock out rear lighting or instrument panel warning lights, making crashes more likely.
- If you own a 2023–2027 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus, watch for an owner notification letter expected October 9, 2026.
- Contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 to schedule a free repair.
- Dealers will install an in-line fuse and repair the wire harness at no cost.
The agency's original wording
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.
Dealers will add an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 9, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AG.
Official notice
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V520000More Blue Bird Body Company recalls
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