2022-2027 Blue Bird Vision School BUS recall: Brake Fluid Leak May Cause Fire
Report received by NHTSA: July 20, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Vision school buses. The exhaust hanger cotter pin may contact the hydraulic brake line, damaging the line and causing a brake fluid leak.
- The risk
A brake fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, a brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
5,096 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2022-2027 Blue Bird Vision School BUS.
- Compared with
Blue Bird Body Company has 14 NHTSA recalls in 2026 so far, compared with 8 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
102 earlier NHTSA recalls by Blue Bird Body Company since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- May 20, 2026 2027 Blue Bird Vision School BUS recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock (agency record)
- April 17, 2026 Blue Bird Body Company recall: Improperly Tightened Windshield Wiper Blade Assemblies (agency record)
- April 17, 2026 Blue Bird Body Company recall: Improperly Tightened Windshield Wiper Blade Assemblies (agency record)
- Jan. 22, 2026 Blue Bird Body Company recall: Illegible DOT Marking on Window/FMVSS 205 (agency record)
- Jan. 22, 2026 Blue Bird Body Company recall: Illegible DOT Marking on Window/FMVSS 205 (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- Blue Bird Vision School BUS 2022-2027
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V466000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received by NHTSA | July 20, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 5,096 vehicles |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record