Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses equipped with Ricon
— Recall Campaign #26V556000
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses equipped with Ricon K-Series wheelchair platform lifts. The electrical contactor may fail, preventing the controls from stopping the lift.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 82 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
26V556000
| Manufacturer: | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 31, 2026 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 26V556000 |
| Units affected: | 82 |
- Description:
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Vision school buses equipped with Ricon K-Series wheelchair platform lifts. The electrical contactor may fail, preventing the controls from stopping the lift.
- Consequeces:
- A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will correct the wiring by installing two diodes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AH.