2003-2005 Blue Bird Express 4000, Blue Bird Express 4500 and others recall: disc

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on August 4, 2004. It covers about 156 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 156
reported: Aug 4, 2004
owners notified: Aug 10, 2004

Service brakes, air: disc

What is wrong: Certain motor coaches, motor homes, commuter coaches, and transit buses equipped with arvin-meritor dx 225 air disc brakes, are experiencing excessive smoke in the wheel area due to overheating of the air disc brake pads.
Risk: A potential fire in the wheel may occur which may result in property damage or personal injury.
Remedy: Arvin-meritor will inspect the brake assemblies to ensure proper set-up and operation. This recall began august 10, 2004. Owners should contact blue bird at 478‑822‑2242.

Recall number 04V388000

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird Express 4000 2004 2004
Blue Bird Express 4500 2004 2004
Blue Bird Ultra LF 2003-2005 2003 2004 2005
Blue Bird Wanderlodge M380 2003-2004 2003 2004

Questions about recall 04V388000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2005 Blue Bird Express 4000, Blue Bird Express 4500 and others disc?

Yes. Recall 04V388000, reported on August 4, 2004, covers about 156 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V388000?

Arvin-meritor will inspect the brake assemblies to ensure proper set-up and operation. This recall began august 10, 2004. Owners should contact blue bird at 478‑822‑2242.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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