Blue Bird 2026 Equipment Adaptive/Mobility recall
Recalled January 6, 2026 · NHTSA recall 26V004000 · Blue Bird
Hazard
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.
Units
11 units
Description
Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2026 Vision and All American transit buses equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
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.
Product
Blue Bird ALL AMERICAN TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC) · Blue Bird VISION TRANSIT BUS (ELECTRIC)
Manufacturer(s)
Blue Bird Body Company
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →