Recall 05V-320: 1997–2001 New Flyer D30LF, 1997–2002 New Flyer D40LF

NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 8, 2005, covering about 321 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-320
Report date
Jul 8, 2005
Vehicles affected
321
Owners notified
Dec 19, 2007

The problem

On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.

The risk

This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

Notes

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Other Fuel Types › Turbo/Supercharger
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number05V320000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer D30LF1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001All years
New Flyer D40LF1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-320?

On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.

How is recall 05V-320 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.