The worst 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus problems
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Recalls 3
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair lift/ramp: controls/control wiring
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A wheelchair lift that continues to move while occupied increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will correct the wiring by installing two diodes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AH.
Recall number 26V556000 · Recall details
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021-2024 and 2026-2027 Vision School Bus (Electric), and 2023-2027 Vision School Buses. The 12V power wire on one of the harnesses may become damaged and short circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short can cause a disruption to safety functions such as a loss of rear lighting or instrument panel warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AG.
Recall number 26V519000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Vision school buses. The exhaust hanger cotter pin may contact the hydraulic brake line, damaging the line and causing a brake fluid leak.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, a brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1‑478‑822‑2242.
Recall number 26V466000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus 8
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Blue Bird has identified a software issue affecting the Neutral-at-Stop feature
- The mechanical brake switch & bracket design has a potential for cumulative at-limit stack up clearances...
- Suspect Population: Certain 2021 through 2026 Blue Bird BBCV buses, equipped with a 217” WB flat floor &...
- The 7.3L radiator uses adapter nuts, if not properly sealed, exposes the opportunity for fluid migration...
- SM2401: 7.3L / 6R140
- Revised: Coolant leaks at the transmission cooler fittings on the radiator are occurring due to...
- Coolant leaks at the transmission cooler fittings on the radiator are occurring due to deformation of the...
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Questions about the 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus
Is the 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus have?
3 recalls, covering equipment adaptive/mobility, electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic.
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