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Campaign 26V-641

High voltage battery system mounting bolts may be loose or missing

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Defect summary

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.

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.

Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 26V641000. Text as published by NHTSA.
Vehicles covered

2 product lines are covered

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA about electrical system on these vehicles: 0, of which 0 involved a crash, fire, injury or death. Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicles covered by campaign 26V-641
MakeModelModel yearsComplaints on this component
Blue BirdALL American School BUS (electric)2018 to 20260
Blue BirdVision School BUS (electric)2018 to 20260
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls and complaints files. Equipment, tire and child-seat campaigns list products, not vehicles.