Recall 25V-003: 2024–2025 Blue Bird ALL American School Bus

Blue Bird Body Company recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jan 8, 2025, covering about 91 vehicles.

NHTSA number
25V-003
Report date
Jan 8, 2025
Vehicles affected
91
Owners notified
Feb 14, 2025

The problem

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2024-2025 All American school buses. Due to incorrect wiring, the high and low beams are reversed, causing the high beam indicator to illuminate incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The risk

The operator may inadvertently activate the high beams, affecting the vision of other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R25DH (SB).

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerBlue Bird Body Company
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Electrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number25V003000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Blue Bird ALL American School Bus2024, 2025All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 25V-003?

Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2024-2025 All American school buses. Due to incorrect wiring, the high and low beams are reversed, causing the high beam indicator to illuminate incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

How is recall 25V-003 fixed?

The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters were mailed February 14, 2025. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R25DH (SB).

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.