2007 Blue Bird Express 4000 recalls and problems

The 2007 Blue Bird Express 4000 has 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.

How the 2007 compares

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1recalls
0complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
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1 recall

Electrical System

Oct 17, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V480000 · 393 vehicles

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.

Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy & notes

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.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

2007 vs. other Blue Bird Express 4000 years

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Questions

Does the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4000 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4000, the latest from Oct 17, 2013 (electrical system). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4000?

Few complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Blue Bird Express 4000.