2022–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus Service Brakes Recall 26V466000
NHTSA recall 26V466000 covers about 5,096 2022–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus vehicles (service brakes), filed with NHTSA Jul 20, 2026. There is no do-not-drive or park-outside advisory.
Source: NHTSA campaign 26V466000 · Data as of Nov 6, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
What's recalled
Component: Service brakes
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.
The 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.
The remedy and its status
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.
Status: NHTSA lists Sep 17, 2026 as the owner-notification date for this campaign.
Affected models and years
Models and model years NHTSA lists for this campaign. Not every vehicle of a listed model and year is included; check by VIN.
| Vehicle | Model years | More |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird Vision School Bus | 2022–2027 | — |
Key dates
- Report filed with NHTSA
- Jul 20, 2026
- Owner notification
- Sep 17, 2026
- Build dates covered
- Mar 15, 2021 to Jul 1, 2026
- Recall initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Filed by
- Blue Bird Body Company
Check your VIN for 26V466000
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in NHTSA's free VIN recall lookup. It shows every open recall on that exact vehicle, including this one if it applies and hasn't been repaired.
- If 26V466000 is open, call any Blue Bird dealer's service department and give them the recall number. The repair is free.
Not sure of the exact model or year? Decode it first with the free VIN decoder.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V466000?
NHTSA recall 26V466000 covers about 5,096 2022–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus vehicles (service brakes), filed with NHTSA Jul 20, 2026. There is no do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. It covers certain 2022-2027 Vision school buses.
Is it safe to drive a vehicle with recall 26V466000?
NHTSA's record for 26V466000 carries no do-not-drive or park-outside advisory. The risk NHTSA lists is: "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." Get the free repair as soon as it is available for your vehicle.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected by 26V466000?
Only a VIN lookup can tell you. Not every vehicle of the listed models and years is included, and repaired vehicles drop off. Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Blue Bird dealer to check it.
What is the fix for recall 26V466000, and is it free?
NHTSA's record says: "Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin." NHTSA lists Sep 17, 2026 as the owner-notification date for this campaign. Safety-recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recall record for 26V466000, from NHTSA's public recall campaign database. Problem, risk and remedy text is NHTSA's own wording.
- "Vehicles affected" is NHTSA's potential-units-affected count for the whole campaign.
- Data as of Nov 6, 2026. NHTSA updates campaigns as manufacturers file amendments, so check the official record for the latest.
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