OFFICIAL NHTSA RECALL

25V851000

Equipment Adaptive/mobility:wheelchair Restraints/securement:latch/anchor:

Reported Dec 10, 2025 · Blue Bird Body Company

Summary

Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Vision and All American school 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.

Remedy

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.

Notes

Not supplied in the source record.

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Vehicle entries in this campaign

2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)2027 Blue Bird All American School Bus 2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus 2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus 2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (Electric)2026 Blue Bird All American School Bus

This is model-level recall history. It does not confirm whether a particular VIN is affected or has received the repair. Check with NHTSA ↗