2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000
4 recalls, 0 complaints - 9 TSBs
13V480000 Oct 17, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect 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 sub... Read more
Consequence
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.
04V388000 Aug 4, 2004
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Defect Description
CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES, MOTOR HOMES, COMMUTER COACHES, AND TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH ARVIN-MERITOR DX 225 AIR DISC BRAKES, ARE EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE SMOKE IN THE WHEEL AREA DUE TO OVERHEATING OF THE AIR DISC BRAKE PADS.
Consequence
A POTENTIAL FIRE IN THE WHEEL MAY OCCUR WHICH MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
ARVIN-MERITOR WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE ASSEMBLIES TO ENSURE PROPER SET-UP AND OPERATION. THIS RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 10, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 478-822-2242.
04V341000 Jul 19, 2004
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Defect Description
CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE BUSES WERE MANUFACTURED WITHOUT THE CHECK VALVE, WHICH PROTECTS THE FRONT SERVICE BRAKE RESERVOIR.
Consequence
LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE COULD RESULT IN LONGER STOPPING DISTANCES WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD THE REQUIRED CHECK VALVE TO THE FRONT AIR BRAKE SERVICE RESERVOIR TO INSURE COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS NO. 121. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 478-822-2242.
04V153000 Mar 26, 2004
STEERING:LINKAGES
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTOR HOMES AND TRANSIT COACHES, INCORRECT TORQUE APPLICATION COULD HAVE BEEN APPLIED TO THE CLAMP BOLTS AND THE DRAG LINK.
Consequence
THIS COULD LEAD TO THE CLAMPS BECOMING LOOSE, CAUSING MISALIGNMENT OF THE STEERING AXLES, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLAMP BOLTS AND AND TIGHTEN TO THE REQUIRED TORQUE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON APRIL 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BLUE BIRD AT 478-822-2242.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000
9 manufacturer communications from 9 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 1 |
| 135100 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | 1 |
SM1608
Dec 8, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Blue Bird Support Center - Technical Bus Support: Dealer memo to announce the new on-line Blue Bird Support Center for technical bus support requests.
SM1601
Jan 14, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for assisting in the service of the Blue Bird products. These troubleshooting guides are available on the Vantage website.
SU-1209
Jun 5, 2012
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
BLUE BIRD: PROCEDURE UPDATE INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING REPLACEMENT OF HEATER RESISTORS ON ALL MODELS. NO MODEL OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
SU-S-0704
May 1, 2007
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
COACHWORKS EXPRESS: ON SOME MODEL YEAR COACHES, THE ALTERNATOR MOUNTING TABS AND ALTERNATOR MOUNTING BOLT TORQUE CRACKING/BREAKING ON BOTH ALTERNATORS. *PE
050604077
Dec 1, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LACK OF POWER LU3 ENGINE) AT HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES ONLY (IF NECESSARY, REPROGRAM PCM WITH NEW SERVICE CALIBRATION).*AK
04
Aug 5, 2004
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
EXCESSIVE SMOKE IN THE WHEEL AREA DUE TO OVERHEATING OF THE AIR DISC BRAKE PADS IN THE ARVIN-MERITOR SUPPLIED BRAKE ASSEMBLIES. RECALL R04HW. *TT
040849021
Aug 1, 2004
135100 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
VEHICLES ORDERED WITHOUT ASHTRAY SMOKERS PACKAGE ASHTRAY AVAILABLE THROUGH SPO. *EH
No comms 2022-10
Oct 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for October 2022 for Blue Bird Body Company.
No comms 2023-12
Jan 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for December 2023 for Blue Bird Body Company.
BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4000 across all model years (2003, 2007).
8
Total Recalls
0
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths