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Blue Bird Ultra LF Recall 13V480: Electrical System

NHTSA campaign 13V480, reported October 17, 2013, 393 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 13V480Blue Bird Body Company
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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
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.

Affected vehicles

Blue Bird Express 40002004200520062007
Blue Bird Express 45002004200520062007
Blue Bird Ultra LF2003200420052006
Blue Bird Ultra LMB2004