Recall 20V266 covers 2020-2021 Blue Bird All American and Vision buses with incorrectly installed A/C circuit breakers. Free repair at any Blue Bird dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 1,239 2020-2021 All American School Bus and Vision School Bus buses with factory-installed A/C systems because the A/C circuit breaker was installed incorrectly. An incorrectly installed breaker can increase the risk of a fire, and Blue Bird dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The factory-installed A/C system on the 2020-2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus and Vision School Bus uses a circuit breaker to protect the electrical circuit. That breaker is a resettable safety device: it is supposed to open the circuit when electrical load or heat is too high, instead of letting the wiring stay energized.
On affected buses, the A/C circuit breaker was installed with the mounting hardware in the wrong sequence after the breaker design and supplied hardware changed. That installation order matters because the breaker depends on proper contact and mounting pressure to carry current safely. When the breaker is mis-installed, the A/C electrical circuit does not have the protection and connection Blue Bird intended. This increases the chance of excess heat at the breaker.
The warning sign is an air-conditioning system that does not work properly. If the factory-installed A/C cuts out, runs inconsistently, or fails to operate, that is the symptom Blue Bird identified before the circuit breaker is corrected.
Who's affected?
Covers both Blue Bird school bus model lines across 2020 and 2021, with the same circuit breaker tied to the air conditioner and wiring scopes.
| 2020 Blue Bird All American School Bus | Air conditioner |
|---|---|
| 2020 Blue Bird All American School Bus | wiring |
| 2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus | Air conditioner |
| 2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus | wiring |
| 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | Air conditioner |
| 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | wiring |
| 2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | Air conditioner |
| 2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus | wiring |
| Units affected | 1,239 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
The safety concern is fire risk from an incorrectly installed air conditioning circuit breaker. A mis-installed breaker can keep the factory air conditioning system from working properly in certain situations, so schedule the recall inspection soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus or Vision School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the free A/C circuit-breaker inspection and correction that fixes the incorrect installation.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Bird mailed one. If not, reference recall number 20V266 and Blue Bird recall R20AR-SB when you call.
- Call Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 with repair scheduling questions.
- Keep the repair paperwork after the dealer completes the free inspection, correction, or circuit-breaker replacement.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician inspects how the A/C circuit breaker was installed, corrects the installation if it is wrong, and replaces any circuit breaker that was damaged. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Because the remedy is available, owners can schedule the inspection and repair with a Blue Bird dealer or authorized service location and reference Blue Bird recall R20AR-SB when arranging service.
Timeline
| May 12, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 6, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 9, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| July 9, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 9, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V266?
Recall 20V266 covers 1,239 2020-2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus and Vision School Bus vehicles with factory-installed A/C systems. The A/C circuit breaker was installed incorrectly, raising fire risk. Blue Bird dealers will inspect the circuit breaker installation, correct it, and replace damaged circuit breakers for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus or Vision School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 20V266. If it is, contact a Blue Bird dealer to schedule the A/C circuit breaker inspection and correction. Reference Blue Bird recall R20AR-SB when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Blue Bird dealers will inspect the A/C circuit breaker installation, correct it, and replace damaged circuit breakers free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 20V266?
The safety risk is fire. Blue Bird says the A/C circuit breaker was installed incorrectly on affected buses, which raises fire risk. Confirm the VIN, then schedule the free dealer inspection and correction before keeping the bus in regular service.
When were owners notified about recall 20V266?
Blue Bird began the recall on July 6, 2020, and owner letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. If your organization did not receive a letter, check the VIN and contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or a Blue Bird dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V266000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V266 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V266000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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