Blue Bird Recall 25V851000: Equipment Adaptive/mobility, Wheelchair Restraints/securement, Latch/anchor

NHTSA recall 25V851000 · announced December 10, 2025 · filed by Blue Bird Body Company · 310 units affected

The problem

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.

The risk

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

What to 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.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2026 Blue Bird All American School Bus
• 2027 Blue Bird All American School Bus
• 2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus
• 2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus
• 2026 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)
• 2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus (electric)

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.