NHTSA recall 26V319000
Equipment adaptive/mobility › Wheelchair restraints/securement › Critical fasteners
Blue Bird Vision School Bus
Reported May 20, 20264 vehicles affectedBlue Bird Body CompanyBuilt Nov 26, 2025 – Jan 21, 2026
The defect
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2027 Vision school buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
The risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 17. 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.