Recall 25V897 covers 2,356 2019-2027 Blue Bird Vision and All American electric school buses for a loose 12-volt cable. Free repair at Blue Bird dealers.
Blue Bird is recalling 2,356 2019-2027 Vision School Bus (Electric) and All American School Bus (Electric) buses under recall 25V897 because a loose 12-volt cable can disconnect and shut down electrical systems. Loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays increases crash risk, and Blue Bird dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On 2019-2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) and All American School Bus (Electric) buses, the 12-volt connection cable helps feed low-voltage power from the battery disconnect area to the bus's electrical systems. Those systems depend on a secure cable connection, because a loose power cable can interrupt the circuits that keep electrical controls operating.
In the recalled buses, the cable at the 12V battery disconnect switch can be unsecured. Blue Bird identified an unsecured power cable during its investigation, and the root cause remains under investigation. If the connection opens while the bus is in motion, electrical systems can drop out, and the bus can lose propulsion.
The warning sign listed for this recall is intermittent operation of electrical systems. That means lights, controls, or other electrical functions can cut in and out before the cable disconnects completely.
Who's affected?
Spans the Vision and All American electric school bus lines across 2019-2027, with the same 12V power connection cable listed for each scope.
| 2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2024 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2023 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2022 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2021 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2020 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2019 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2019 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2025 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2021 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2020 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2027 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2026 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2025 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2024 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2023 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| 2022 Blue Bird All American School Bus (Electric) | wiring |
| Units affected | 2,356 |
| 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?
Loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays can increase the risk of a crash. Intermittent electrical operation is the warning sign to take seriously. If that happens, park safely and contact the dealer before the next trip. Repair is free at any franchised Blue Bird dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2019-2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) or All American School Bus (Electric) is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the free inspection, torque stripe, and 12-volt cable tightening that fixes the loose cable.
- Bring the owner letter if you have it, and reference recall number 25V897 when you call.
- Keep the bus out of service if it loses brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays before repair.
- Call Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 with questions about scheduling or the repair.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Blue Bird technician inspects the 12-volt cable, adds a torque stripe, and tightens the cable if it is loose. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Blue Bird. Because Blue Bird uses its general reimbursement plan for this campaign, owners who already paid for a related 12-volt cable repair should submit documentation through Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or ask the service desk how to file the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 19, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 17, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
| February 17, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| February 17, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 17, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V897?
Recall 25V897 covers 2,356 2019-2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) and All American School Bus (Electric) buses with a loose 12-volt cable that can disconnect and cause loss of electrical systems. Blue Bird dealers will inspect and tighten the cable for free.
What should I do if my 2019-2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric) or All American School Bus (Electric) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 25V897. If it is, contact a franchised Blue Bird dealer to schedule the inspection, torque stripe, and 12-volt cable tightening. Reference recall 25V897 when you call.
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 12-volt cable, add a torque stripe, and tighten the cable when needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V897?
The safety risk is loss of key electrical systems. Under recall 25V897, a disconnected 12-volt cable can cause loss of brake assist, drive power, steering assist, or instrument panel displays, increasing crash risk.
When were owners notified about recall 25V897?
Blue Bird mailed owner notification letters on February 17, 2026. If you manage one of these buses and did not receive a letter, check the VIN and call Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 with recall 25V897.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V897000 |
|---|---|
| Blue Bird customer service | 1-478-822-2242 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V897 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V897000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →