Blue Bird Ultra LMB recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the Blue Bird Ultra LMB, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
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- Oct 17, 2013Fire risk2004–2007 Blue Bird Express 4000, 2004–2007 Blue Bird Express 4500, 2003–2006 Blue Bird Ultra LF and 1 other model — Electrical System
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.
13V480000 · 393 units · Blue Bird Body Company