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2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 Recall - Campaign #13V480000

 
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2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 RECALL - #13V480000

RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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.

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500
Manufacturer Blue Bird Body Company
Manufactured between 1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900
Recalled on 10/24/2013
Influenced by Blue Bird Body Company
Owners Notified on 12/17/2013
# Affected 393
Recalled for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
 
Description 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.
Consequences Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective action 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.
See also 2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES

2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, CHECK VALVE

2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, DISC
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