BLUE BIRD 2007 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2007 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000
Brand
BLUE BIRD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2007
Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain 2007 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000 vehicles due to electrical system issues. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026