2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 recalls and problems

The 2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Blue Bird dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 recalls

Recall 08V-077: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Feb 21, 2008 · 607 vehicles affected · BLUE BIRD BODY COMPANY

Problem: Blue bird is recalling 607 my 2004-2007 all american rear engine school buses and my 2006-2007 xcel 102 commercial series transit buses equipped with cummins isc engines. The high pressure fuel line may crack, allowing high pressure diesel fuel into the engine compartment.

Risk: This condition creates the potential for a risk of fire in the engine compartment should the atomized diesel fuel vapor contact an ignition source.

Fix: Owners will be advised to contact their cummins dealers to have the repair work performed as soon as possible. The recall began on february 28, 2008. Owners may contact blue bird at 1-478-822-2242.

2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Equipment	1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Equipment · reported May 4, 2009

Wichita falls independent school district, wichita falls, texas school bus, contracted out to durham transportation. School bus number 42002, route 70. 2007 bluebird school bus. We (Teacher aides) were loading a child in a wheelchair on bus, when the wheelchair lift began to fold up while the wheelchair was still on it, I had to move the wheelchair onto to bus from the ground and almost got my arm caught in the folding lift, the wheelchair foot pegs where pushed back by the lift, the aide on the bus was able to move the wheelchair back before the student's feet were crushed. There was nobody…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102: 08V-077 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Blue Bird Xcel 102?

Owners report equipment problems most often (1 reports).

Are Blue Bird recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Blue Bird dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.