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Electrical system: wiring
NewRisk. 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…
2023 Blue Bird Vision School BusProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus, most often about the power train. It is covered by 14 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-578 the manufacturer reports only 20% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 10, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
14 recalls
2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
NewRisk. 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. An emergency exit label that is difficult to read can prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Body: roof and pillars
Risk. Roof panels that separate during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak onto the road creates a hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Seats
Risk. An unsecured seat may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. An unintended deactivation of the warning lights and retraction of the stop arm during use increases the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Engine
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A corroded fuel line can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A corroded fuel line can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. A bus that is started in reverse or drive may result in unintended vehicle movement, and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Other: school bus stop arm assembly
Risk. An inoperative stop arm increases the risk of injury during the boarding and deboarding process of the bus.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair lift/ramp
Risk. Disengaged brakes can allow the school bus to move while the platform lift is in operation, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Blue Bird.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Vision School Bus year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Vision School Bus median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Vision School Bus owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am an owner of a school bus company with a major concern. After speaking with many of our local contractors with similar failures and who share the same concern, I felt it was my duty to report this. I had a Bluebird Vision break down while crossing a busy highway, fully loaded with students…
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