2026 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus (Electric) — Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchor:
Published January 6, 2026 · Recall initiated: January 6, 2026
Summary
NHTSA records recall 26V004000, published January 6, 2026. Recalling firm: Blue Bird Body Company; 2026 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus (Electric) — Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchor: .
What's the hazard
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026 Vision and All American transit buses equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
What to do
Blue Bird will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29. 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
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Recall details
- Brand
- BLUE BIRD
- Model
- VISION TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC)
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Lot
- 2026 BLUE BIRD VISION TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC)
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2026 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus (Electric) — Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchor: recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 26V004000 on January 6, 2026. Reported hazard: Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026 Vision and All American transit buses equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
What should I do if I have this product?
Blue Bird will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29. 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BLUE BIRD. Model: VISION TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC).