No complaints are listed for the 2023 Blue Bird Vision Transit BUS. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-10.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as BLUE BIRD VISION TRANSIT BUS.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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10 recalls.
Date: 2026-08-10. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2023-2027 Vision Transit Buses. The 12V power wire on one of the harnesses may become damaged and short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short can cause a disruption to safety functions such as a loss of rear lighting or instrument panel warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will add an in-line fuse and repair the wire harnesses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R26AG.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2026-07-20. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Defect: Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Vision transit buses. The exhaust hanger cotter pin may contact the hydraulic brake line, damaging the line and causing a brake fluid leak.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, a brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2025-09-23. Systems: PARKING BRAKE.
Defect: Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Vision school buses. The brake interlock software may unintentionally activate the parking brake at any driving speed.
Consequence: A bus that stops suddenly without warning, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the brake interlock software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2025. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R25DS.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-10-11. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2020-2024 All American and 2021-2024 Vision transit buses. The emergency exit label operating instructions lettering is too small and may be difficult to read. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Consequence: An emergency exit label that is difficult to read can prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird Customer Service at 478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R23CK (NSB).
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2024-02-07. Systems: SEATS.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Vision and 2021-2023 All American transit buses. The convertible seats may have been incorrectly installed, which can result in an unsecured seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence: An unsecured seat may not adequately restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the seat, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 04, 2024. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R24CM-NSB.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-10-12. Systems: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, STRUCTURE.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2023 Vision and All-American transit buses. The entrance door handrail has an under-sized diameter and is not compliant with Part 1192, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Appendix A, Chapter 3, T303.3.2, which requires a minimum diameter of 1.25 inches.
Consequence: A smaller handrail may be difficult to grip, possibly resulting in a slip or fall and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the handrail, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 7, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22CD-NSB.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-10-05. Systems: ENGINE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Vision transit buses equipped with a 7.3L gasoline engine. The transmission shift cable may have insufficient clearance from the gasoline fuel supply line at the left rear corner of the engine, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reroute the transmission cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 9, 2023. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22CB (NSB).
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-08-04. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Blue Bird Vision transit buses equipped with Roush fuel return lines included in GEN 4 and GEN 5 LPG Conversion Systems that were installed on vehicles sold or registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oh (excerpt)
Consequence: A corroded fuel line can leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. (excerpt)
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel return lines, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 24, 2023. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22BX-NSB. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-05-13. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling one 2023 Vision transit bus equipped with an Allison transmission. The starter interlock settings in the vehicle software are incorrect, allowing the engine to crank while the T-handle gear shifter is in Reverse or Drive. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission S (excerpt)
Consequence: A bus that is started in reverse or drive may result in unintended vehicle movement, and increase the risk of a crash or injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 30, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22BW(NSB). (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-04-25. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Defect: Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Vision transit buses. The fuel supply line was incorrectly routed, allowing it to chafe against a bolt head, which can damage the line and create a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reroute the fuel line, and replace the fuel line if any damage is found, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on June 21, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22BU-NSB.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
7 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
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11029074
Date: 2026-02-27. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES.
The mechanical brake switch & bracket design has a potential for cumulative at-limit stack up clearances to exceed the limitations of the mechanical switch. As a result, a preventative maintenance adjustment procedure is necessary and, at times, settings can be difficult to achieve.
11010783
Date: 2024-11-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
The 7.3L radiator uses adapter nuts, if not properly sealed, exposes the opportunity for fluid migration through threads. Primary failure seen is deterioration of the EPDM gasket sealing the transmission oil cooler (TOC) to lower radiator tank, which allows a path for coolant to leak externally. Sec
10244318
Date: 2023-10-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, POWER TRAIN.
Revised: Coolant leaks at the transmission cooler fittings on the radiator are occurring due to deformation of the gasket used to seal off the transmission cooler. This deformation is caused from transmission oil wicking through the thread adapter threads and exposing the lower portion of the ga
10244319
Date: 2023-10-26. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, POWER TRAIN.
Revised: Coolant leaks at the transmission cooler fittings on the radiator are occurring due to deformation of the gasket used to seal off the transmission cooler. This deformation is caused from transmission oil wicking through the thread adapter threads and exposing the lower portion of the gask
10244309
Date: 2023-10-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, POWER TRAIN.
Coolant leaks at the transmission cooler fittings on the radiator are occurring due to deformation of the gasket used to seal off the transmission cooler. This deformation is caused from transmission oil wicking through the thread adapter threads and exposing the lower portion of the gasket to tran
10217921
Date: 2022-08-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Cummins recently issued Temporary Repair Practice (TRP2484) for certain vehicles with DEF sensor failures in which DEF sensor replacement parts are not available. This provides a temporary ECM calibration that inhibits engine warning messages for communication errors with the DEF sensor allowing con
10210253
Date: 2022-04-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This document provides information on the cluster software improvement to address symptoms of acceptable parasitic battery loss attributed to CAN Devices not going to sleep. This symptom is occasionally accompanied by the cluster flashing on/off on an approximately 3-minute frequency. Blue Bird an