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2003-2007 Blue Bird Express 4000, Blue Bird Express 4500 and others recall: electrical system

Blue Bird Body Company reported this safety recall on October 17, 2013. It covers about 393 vehicles.

vehicles affected
393
reported
Oct 17, 2013
owners notified
Dec 17, 2013

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V480000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2007 Blue Bird Express 4000, Blue Bird Express 4500 and others electrical system?

Yes. Recall 13V480000, reported on October 17, 2013, covers about 393 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V480000?

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.

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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