Recall 13V480000: 2005–2007 Blue Bird Express 4000, 2005–2007 Blue Bird Express 4500, 2005–2006 Blue Bird Ultra LF
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 17, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 393
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2004 Ultra LMB, 2003-2006 Ultra LF and 2004-2007 Express commercial buses equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Blue Bird at 1-478-825-2021. Blue Bird's recall number is R13WN.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Blue Bird Express 4000
- 2006 Blue Bird Express 4000
- 2007 Blue Bird Express 4000
- 2005 Blue Bird Express 4500
- 2006 Blue Bird Express 4500
- 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500
- 2005 Blue Bird Ultra LF
- 2006 Blue Bird Ultra LF
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V480000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R13WN
- Manufacturer
- Blue Bird Body Company
- Owner letters
- Dec 17, 2013
- Components
- Electrical system (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology