BLUE BIRD ULTRA LF 2003: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V480000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| BLUE BIRD | ULTRA LF | 2003 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-12-17 | 2013-10-17 | 2013-10-24 |
Production Dates: 2004-02-12 - 2005-05-25
Manufacturers Involved: Blue Bird Body Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: R13WN
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 393
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
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.
