NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2026 Blue Bird ALL American Transit BUS (electric) and 1 more recall: Wheelchair Restraint Retractor May Not Lock
- Recall number
- 26V004000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Category
- Vehicles › Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 11
- Hazard tags
- Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird | ALL American Transit BUS (electric) | 2026 |
| Blue Bird | Vision Transit BUS (electric) | 2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026 Vision and All American transit buses equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Consequence
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
What should you do?
Blue Bird will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 29. 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V004000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.