Failure to Detect a Loss of Brake Assist
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 25V249000 |
| Report Received Date | 4/21/2025 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 162 |
| Completion Rate | 45.06% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Vision electric school buses equipped with hydraulic brakes. The system software may fail to detect and alert the driver to a loss of the secondary brake assist.
Issue
Driving the bus without a functioning secondary brake assist increases the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
Driving the bus without a functioning secondary brake assist increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the software and repair the wiring harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2025. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R25DL.
