# Blue Bird Body Company: Brake Fluid Leak May Cause Fire (26V466000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 35/100

| 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. |

## Why this score
- Safety-critical component (service brakes).
- 5,096 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V466000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.