The worst 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500 problems
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Recalls 2
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 13V480000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Blue bird is recalling 33 my 2006-2007 express 4500 motor coaches equipped with mac tie rod assemblies that did not meet design specification. As a result, the left and/or right tie rod assembly may fracture at high mileage.
- Risk
- A fracture tie rod may separate without prior warning causing unexpected loss of vehicle steering. In some maneuvers this could cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left and right hand tie rod assemblies with a redesigned tie rod assembly free of charge. The recall began on july 11, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 478‑822‑2242.
Recall number 08V259000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- New Blue Bird Support Center
- Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for...
- Blue bird: procedure update information being provided regarding replacement of heater resistors on all models
- Coachworks express: on some model year coaches, the alternator mounting tabs and alternator mounting bolt...
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Is the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500?
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How many recalls does the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4500 have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and steering.
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