Blue Bird Bus Company is recalling certain 2022-2024 Vision electric school buses equipped
— Recall Campaign #25V249000
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Vision electric school buses equipped with hydraulic brakes. The system software may fail to detect and alert the driver to a loss of the secondary brake assist.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 162 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
25V249000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | April 21, 2025 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 25V249000 |
| Units affected: | 162 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Vision electric school buses equipped with hydraulic brakes. The system software may fail to detect and alert the driver to a loss of the secondary brake assist.
- Consequeces:
- Driving the bus without a functioning secondary brake assist increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will update the software and repair the wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2025. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R25DL.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171), or go to www.safercar.gov.