Recall 24V079 covers 127 2021-2023 Blue Bird transit buses with incorrectly installed convertible seats. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
Blue Bird is recalling 127 2021-2023 All American Transit Bus and Vision Transit Bus vehicles because convertible seats were installed incorrectly, leaving a seat unsecured. An unsecured seat can fail to restrain an occupant during a crash and raise injury risk; Blue Bird dealers will inspect and repair the seat installation free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The convertible seats in affected 2021-2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus and Vision Transit Bus models are bolted through the floor. The underfloor washer spreads the load at the rear seat bolt location, so the seat belt anchorage and seat base stay secured to the bus structure.
On affected buses, 1 reinforcement washer was left out under the floor in certain seat locations. Without that washer, the seat installation does not meet the seat belt anchorage standard for convertible seats. In a crash, an incorrectly installed convertible seat can loosen, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
There is no warning sign before this problem is found. A corrected seat installation has an underfloor washer installed at each rear seat bolt location, so the seat needs to be inspected against Blue Bird recall instructions.
Who's affected?
Covers the All American Transit Bus and Vision Transit Bus across the 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years, all tied to the seat assembly.
| 2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2022 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | seat assembly |
| 2022 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus | seat assembly |
| 2023 Blue Bird Vision Transit Bus | seat assembly |
| 2021 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 127 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
An unsecured seat raises the risk that an occupant is not adequately restrained, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. There is no audible or visual warning ahead of the problem. If your VIN is included, schedule the seat inspection and repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus or Vision Transit Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the free seat inspection and repair that secures the convertible seat and seat belt anchorages.
- Bring the recall notice if Blue Bird mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V079 when you call.
- Limit use of the affected convertible seat until the dealer has inspected and repaired it.
- Call Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 with questions and reference Blue Bird recall R24CM-NSB.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician inspects the convertible seat installation and repairs the seat so it is secured as required. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. Blue Bird lists a general reimbursement plan for this recall. If you already paid for a related seat repair before the owner notice, contact Blue Bird customer service and ask what documentation is needed for reimbursement under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 7, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 4, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 5, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| April 5, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 5, 2024 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 5, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V079?
Recall 24V079 covers 127 2021-2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus and Vision Transit Bus vehicles with convertible seats that were incorrectly installed. An unsecured seat can fail to adequately restrain an occupant during a crash. Blue Bird dealers will inspect and repair the seat for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2023 Blue Bird All American Transit Bus or Vision Transit Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 24V079. If it is, contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the seat inspection and repair. Reference recall number 24V079 or Blue Bird recall R24CM-NSB when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Blue Bird says dealers will inspect and repair the seat free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 24V079?
The risk is occupant injury during a crash. The affected convertible seats were incorrectly installed, which can leave a seat unsecured. If the seat does not hold properly, it can fail to adequately restrain the person sitting there.
What if I bought this Blue Bird bus used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included, then call a franchised Blue Bird dealer with recall number 24V079 or R24CM-NSB.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V079000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V079 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V079000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →