Recall 25V-852: 2026–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus, 2025 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus
Blue Bird Body Company recall for equipment adaptive/mobility, reported to NHTSA on Dec 10, 2025, covering about 52 vehicles.
The problem
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses. The wheelchair lift may have a missing support brace, causing the wheelchair lift to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 404, "Platform Lift Installations."
The risk
A wheelchair lift that fails increases the risk of injury.
The fix
Blue Bird will install the missing support brace, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Lift/Ramp |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V852000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2026, 2027 | All years |
| Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus | 2025 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V-852?
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses. The wheelchair lift may have a missing support brace, causing the wheelchair lift to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 404, "Platform Lift Installations."
How is recall 25V-852 fixed?
Blue Bird will install the missing support brace, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.