Blue Bird Recalls Vision Transit Buses for Wiring Issue
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Blue Bird Body Company is recalling 460 model year 2023-2027 Vision Transit Buses due to a potential short circuit in the 12V power wire.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 10, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2027 Vision Transit Buses. The 12V power wire on one of the harnesses may become damaged and short circuit.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 2023-2027 Blue Bird Vision Transit Buses. A total of 460 units are affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V520000 and Blue Bird's recall number is R26AG.
What You Should Do
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.
Why This Matters
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.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V520000
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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