Recall 06V-297: 2004–2005 New Flyer D60LF, 2004 New Flyer DE60LF and 1 more
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 8, 2006, covering about 324 vehicles.
The problem
On certain transit buses equipped with caterpillar c9 diesel engines, the turbocharger compressors are failing and oil can be discharged into the exhaust and external to the turbocharger.
The risk
A fire can occur.
The fix
Caterpillar is conducting this recall (Please see 06e047) and will repair the engines free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-7332, or new flyer at 204-934-4876.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V297000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| New Flyer D60LF | 2004, 2005 | All years |
| New Flyer DE60LF | 2004 | All years |
| New Flyer DE60LFA | 2006 | All 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 06V-297?
On certain transit buses equipped with caterpillar c9 diesel engines, the turbocharger compressors are failing and oil can be discharged into the exhaust and external to the turbocharger.
How is recall 06V-297 fixed?
Caterpillar is conducting this recall (Please see 06e047) and will repair the engines free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-7332, or new flyer at 204-934-4876.
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.