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2021 Blue Bird Vision recalls

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Recalls on record for a 2021 Blue Bird Vision

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23 current recalls

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2026300 · manufacturer campaign R26AD-C (Non-SB)

16 June 2026

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021

What is wrong

On one bus equipped with a propane (LPG) engine, a connection on the fuel return line could rust. If this happens, fuel could leak. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2022-434.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify the owner by mail and provide them with instructions for how to replace the fuel return line. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

1 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2026299 · manufacturer campaign R26AD-C (SB)

16 June 2026

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2017–2024

What is wrong

On certain school buses equipped with a propane (LPG) engine, a connection on the fuel return line could rust. If this happens, fuel could leak. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2022-433.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide them with instructions for how to replace the fuel return line. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

1,053 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2026119 · manufacturer campaign C7246

16 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021, 2023

What is wrong

Under certain conditions, when the school bus is stationary, a software problem in the system control module could cause it to accelerate unexpectedly. Note: This recall only affects certain electric school buses equipped with a PowerDrive 7000 drivetrain.

Why it matters

A school bus that accelerates on its own could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Cummins will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your school bus to a Cummins authorized service center to update the system control module software.

30 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2025709 · manufacturer campaign R26DY-C (SB)

19 December 2025

Transport Canada lists: All 2021–2026 · Vision 2021–2026

What is wrong

On certain electric school buses, the 12 V power cables may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the cable(s) could loosen and cause a loss of power to the wheels. This could also cause the braking assist, steering assist and/or instrument cluster not to work.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A loss of power brakes can cause an increase in brake pedal force and lead to an increase in stopping distance. A loss of power steering assist can cause a sudden increase in steering effort. An instrument cluster that doesn't work could cause warnings, tell-tales and gauges not to display. These issues could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, tighten the 12 V power cables connections. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

412 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2025501 · manufacturer campaign R25DS-C

23 September 2025

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021–2026

What is wrong

Under certain conditions, a software problem could cause the parking brake to apply suddenly while driving. Note: This recall only affects certain electric school buses equipped with the Accelera PowerDrive and the brake interlock feature.

Why it matters

A parking brake that self-applies while driving could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to update the vehicle software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the software update performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

2 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2024467 · manufacturer campaign R24DE (Non-SB)

13 August 2024

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2016–2021

What is wrong

On certain buses, a connection at the end of the fuel line could become damaged. As a result, fuel could leak. Note: This recall only affects buses equipped with a Ford 6.8 L gasoline engine.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Blue Bird advises you to inspect the fuel line for leaks until the recall repairs have been completed. Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

141 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2024466 · manufacturer campaign R24DE (SB)

13 August 2024

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2016–2021

What is wrong

On certain school buses, a connection at the end of the fuel line could become damaged. As a result, fuel could leak. Note: This recall only affects school buses equipped with a Ford 6.8 L gasoline engine.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Blue Bird advises you to inspect the fuel line for leaks until the recall repairs have been completed. Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

1,186 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2024415 · manufacturer campaign R24DC

19 July 2024

Transport Canada lists: All 2021–2023 · Vision 2021–2023

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the roof panels may not have been attached correctly. As a result, the bus may not meet Canadian regulations for roof panel joint strength, and the panels could separate in a crash.

Why it matters

A roof panel that separates in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to inspect and, if necessary, add rivets to the joints. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

2,007 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2024290 · manufacturer campaign R24DA-C

23 May 2024

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021–2026

What is wrong

On certain electric school buses, the fuel tank for the heater may not have been designed properly. As a result, diesel fuel could leak from the tank.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Blue Bird recommends not to fill the fuel tank beyond 90% until the recall repairs are completed. Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with instructions for how to remove the return tube on the fuel tank.

218 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2024070 · manufacturer campaign R24CM-C

7 February 2024

Transport Canada lists: TX 4 2021–2023 · Vision 2021–2023

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the seats may not have been installed correctly. As a result, the seats could move or detach in a crash. Note: This recall only affects convertible passenger seats.

Why it matters

A seat that moves or detaches could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide you with parts and instructions for how to inspect and install the seats correctly. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the inspection and repairs performed at a Blue Bird dealership.

1,531 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2023231 · manufacturer campaign R23CG-C (SB) - Cummins #C2677

18 April 2023

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021–2023

What is wrong

On certain electric school buses, a software calibration error could cause the anti-rollback feature to activate. This could happen when the bus is in reverse, pointed downhill, and the driver releases the brakes. As a result, the bus could move backwards uphill faster than a driver expects.

Why it matters

A vehicle that reverses faster than expected could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Cummins will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your bus to a Cummins authorized service center to update the system control module (SCM) software.

30 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2022558 · manufacturer campaign R22CA-C (SB)

4 October 2022

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2014–2022

What is wrong

On certain school buses equipped with a Ford 6.8 L propane (LPG) engine, the right-hand parking brake lever cable may come in contact with the propane fuel supply line. Over time, this could cause damage to the line and result in a fuel leak.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

The fuel line should be inspected for signs of contact and wear before using the bus. Blue Bird will notify owners and dealers by mail and provide them with instructions for how to inspect the fuel line for damage, and replace them as necessary. Blue Bird will also provide hardware to secure the fuel lines and parking brake cable.

272 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2022434 · manufacturer campaign R22BX-C (NSB)

5 August 2022

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2019–2021

What is wrong

On a small number of buses equipped with a propane (LPG) engine, a connection on the fuel return line could rust. If this happens, fuel could leak.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

3 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2022433 · manufacturer campaign R22BX-C (SB)

5 August 2022

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2017–2023

What is wrong

On certain school buses equipped with a propane (LPG) engine, a connection on the fuel return line could rust. If this happens, fuel could leak.

Why it matters

A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

1,060 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2022376 · manufacturer campaign R22BY-C (SB)

14 July 2022

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021–2023

What is wrong

On certain Vision Electric school buses, the housing for the electric air compressor isn't properly grounded.

Why it matters

A person that touches an ungrounded air compressor housing could get an electric shock if the compressor is running.

What the dealer will do

Cummins will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.

30 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2020359 · manufacturer campaign R20AY-C (NSB)

5 August 2020

Transport Canada lists: TX 4 2021 · Vision 2021

What is wrong

On certain buses, the nut that attaches the steering wheel to the steering shaft may not have been properly tightened. If the nut loosens, the steering wheel could detach and cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control can create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide instructions for how to inspect the torque of the steering wheel nut. If it is not properly tightened, the nut must be torqued as indicated in the recall instructions.

8 vehicles affected in CanadaBusSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2020358 · manufacturer campaign R20AY-C (SB)

5 August 2020

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2021

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the nut that attaches the steering wheel to the steering shaft may not have been properly tightened. If the nut loosens, the steering wheel could detach and cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control can create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide instructions for how to inspect the torque of the steering wheel nut. If it is not properly tightened, the nut must be torqued as indicated in the recall instructions.

18 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2020320 · manufacturer campaign R20AX-C (SB)

15 July 2020

Transport Canada lists: TX 4 2021 · Vision 2020–2021

What is wrong

Certain school bus seats with integrated 3-point seat belts may not have been installed correctly. On these buses, the reinforcement washers may be missing under the floor. As a result, the seats could move in a crash.

Why it matters

Seats that are not installed correctly could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide instructions for how to inspect the bus to ensure the seats are installed correctly. If any parts are missing, new hardware must be installed according to the recall instructions.

29 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2020268 · manufacturer campaign R20AW (SB)

16 June 2020

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the castle nut that attaches the steering arm to the drag link may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the drag link could separate and cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and provide instructions for how to inspect and tighten the castle nuts that attach the drag link. No replacement parts are required for this recall.

368 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2020200 · manufacturer campaign R20AP-C (NSB)

8 May 2020

Transport Canada lists: Vision 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain buses, the parking brake may not have been adjusted correctly. As a result, it may not hold the bus when parked. Under certain conditions, like while parked on an incline, this could allow the bus to roll away.

Why it matters

A parked bus that moves unexpectedly could increase the risk injury and/or a crash.

What the dealer will do

You should park the bus on a level surface and properly chock the wheels until the parking brake assembly has been inspected. Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to an authorized repair facility to have the parking brake assembly inspected and adjusted, as necessary.

29 vehicles affected in CanadaBusCompliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2020199 · manufacturer campaign R20AP-C (SB)

8 May 2020

Transport Canada lists: TX 4 2021 · Vision 2020–2021

What is wrong

On certain school buses, the parking brake may not have been adjusted correctly. As a result, it may not hold the bus when parked. Under certain conditions, like while parked on an incline, this could allow the bus to roll away.

Why it matters

A parked bus that moves unexpectedly could increase the risk injury and/or a crash.

What the dealer will do

You should park the bus on a level surface and properly chock the wheels until the parking brake assembly has been inspected. Blue Bird will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to an authorized repair facility to have the parking brake assembly inspected and adjusted, as necessary.

790 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2020019 · manufacturer campaign R20AD-C (SB)

23 January 2020

Transport Canada lists: TX 4 2019–2021 · Vision 2017–2022

What is wrong

Certain school bus seats may not have the tether anchorage point required for installing a child seat.

Why it matters

A child seat that is not properly installed could create an increased risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be sent the missing anchorage parts and instructions for their installation.

1,518 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2019495 · manufacturer campaign R19AH-C (SB)

4 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: TX 4 2021 · Vision 2021

What is wrong

Certain school buses do not meet the joint strength requirements of the Canadian regulations. In a crash, the ceiling joint could separate.

Why it matters

A ceiling joint that separates in a crash could create a risk of injury to bus passengers.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify all owners by mail and provide them with directions for how to have the roof inspected and repaired, as necessary. Part of the inspection will include counting the number of rivets used to mount the roof panels. Any 8 inch roof section that is found to have less than 6 rivets will require repair. Owners with further questions should contact their local dealer.

81 vehicles affected in CanadaSchool BusCompliance Mfr

Source: Vehicle recalls — Transport Canada. Data current as of 30 July 2026. 17,913 recalls, refreshed daily from Transport Canada’s 60-day feed. CarMonitor is not affiliated with Transport Canada or any manufacturer.