2026–2027 Blue Bird All American School Bus, 2026–2027 Blue Bird Vision School Bus Recall: Windows may have illegible DOT markings
NHTSA campaign 26V032000 · Visibility · filed Jan 22, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Vision and All American school buses. The windows may have illegible DOT markings. As such these windows fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
The risk
A missing DOT code mark may result in the window being replaced with an incorrect type of glass, increasing the risk of a injury.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will inspect and repair the glass etching, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird | All American School Bus | 2026, 2027 |
| Blue Bird | Vision School Bus | 2026, 2027 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V032000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.