NHTSA recall 26V642000 · Oct 2, 2026
Blue Bird Body Company: High Voltage Battery Mounting Bolts May Be Loose or Missing
Product
2022-2024 All American Electric transit buses
Hazard
A high voltage battery with loose or missing mounting bolts can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
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- Summary
- 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.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 16
- Manufacturer campaign number
- R26AK
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 14, 2026, 12:58 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.
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