2026–2027 Blue Bird All American School Bus, 2026 Blue Bird All American School Bus (electric) Recall: Retention nuts between the wiper blades and the mounting arms may have…
NHTSA campaign 26V246000 · Visibility · filed Apr 17, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026-2027 All American school buses. The retention nuts between the wiper blades and the mounting arms may have been improperly tightened.
The risk
Loose fasteners may cause the windshield wipers to become inoperative, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11. 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird | All American School Bus | 2026, 2027 |
| Blue Bird | All American School Bus (electric) | 2026 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V246000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.