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Blue Bird Body Company: Brake Fluid Leak May Cause Fire (26V466000)
Blue Bird Body Company: Brake Fluid Leak May Cause Fire (26V466000). Its units affected of 5,096 is above the median of 533 (71st percentile). Dated 107 days ago, it serves as a historical benchmark. Score 35/100. As of 2026-11-03, from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov.
Data as of · Compiled by Zalwin from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
units affected: 5,096 · 71th percentile of 871 NhtsaRecallPulse records · 9.6x the median
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Blue Bird Body Company |
| Subject | Brake Fluid Leak May Cause Fire |
| NHTSA ID | 26V466000 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Units potentially affected | 5096 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Blue Bird Bus Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2022-2027 Vision school buses. The exhaust hanger cotter pin may contact the hydraulic brake line, damaging the line and causing a brake fluid leak. |
| Consequence | A brake fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, a brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Dealers will replace the exhaust hanger cotter pin. Dealers will also inspect and replace the brake lines as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. |
| units affected percentile | 71th of 871 (median 533, 9.6x median) |
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- Source agency: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov
- Record date: 2026-07-20
- Data refreshed: 2026-11-03
- Refunds on request within 14 days
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LIVE PUBLIC DATA Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov · Last refreshed: Tue, 03 Nov 2026 18:08:10 GMT
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Peer benchmark and outreach value: Blue Bird Body Company and 782 Vehicle peers
- Vehicle NhtsaRecallPulse records like this one: 782
- Blue Bird Body Company's units affected: 71st percentile of 871 records
- Timing: Low: older than 30 days
- Estimated pipeline if you contact every Vehicle peer: $156,400 (peers × rate × deal size; an estimate from your assumptions, not a forecast)
35 / 100 Recall Urgency Score
- Safety-critical component (service brakes).
- 5,096 units affected.
What is the NhtsaRecallPulse record for Blue Bird Body Company?
Blue Bird Body Company recall 26V466000: Brake Fluid Leak May Cause Fire, 5,096 units.
How does Blue Bird Body Company compare to other NhtsaRecallPulse records?
Its units affected of 5,096 sits in the upper half (71th percentile) of 871 records; the median is 533. It is 107 days old; check the official source for later updates before acting. Its Recall Urgency Score of 35/100 is modest; treat it as background rather than a priority.
Blue Bird Body Company vs. top 3 peers
| Organization | Location | Amount | Percentile | Record date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Bird Body Company | Vehicle | 5,096 | 71st | 2026-07-20 |
| Mack Trucks, Inc. | Vehicle | 850 | 55th | 2026-09-28 |
| Autocar, LLC | Vehicle | 137 | 34th | 2026-07-30 |
| PACCAR Incorporated | Vehicle | 58 | 23rd | 2026-09-01 |
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