2019–2027 Blue Bird All American School Bus (electric), 2019–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric) Recall: A loose 12-volt cable may disconnect, causing a loss of electrical systems
NHTSA campaign 25V897000 · Electrical System · filed Dec 19, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2019-2027 Vision and All American school buses. A loose 12-volt cable may disconnect, causing a loss of electrical systems.
The risk
A loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays can increase the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect, add a torque stripe, and properly tighten the 12-volt cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V897000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.