Propulsion system: critical fastenersRecall 26V-642 · 2022–2024 Blue Bird ALL American Transit Bus (electric)
Blue Bird Body Company recall 26V-642 covers 16 2022–2024 Blue Bird ALL American Transit Bus (electric) for a propulsion system: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on October 2, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V642000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2024 All American Electric transit buses. The high voltage battery system mounting bolts may be loose or missing.
The risk
A high voltage battery with loose or missing mounting bolts can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall bolts with thread locker. Damaged or missing bolts will be replaced. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 1, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AK.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from March 9, 2022 to May 22, 2023. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.