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2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500

4 recalls, 0 complaints - 6 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.
393 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Blue Bird Body Company
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.
156 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
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.
48 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY
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.
98 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2004 BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500

6 manufacturer communications from 6 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL2
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR1
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR1
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-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
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
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 4500 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 across all model years (2004, 2007).

10 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

BLUE BIRD EXPRESS 4500 - Year by Year

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