Recall 08V-010: 2006–2007 New Flyer C40LFR, 2006–2007 New Flyer D35LF and 6 more
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jan 9, 2008, covering about 1,049 vehicles.
The problem
Certain buses have stainless steel hydraulic lines with 90⺠flange fittings which are subject to failure due to errors in both the design and manufacture of these lines.
The risk
Failure of these lines, located in the engine compartment, could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
New flyer will remove these lines and replace them with a previously proven design of flexible lines. The recall began on january 15, 2008. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.
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 |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V010000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| New Flyer C40LFR | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D35LF | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D40LF | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D40LFR | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D61LFR | 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer DE35LF | 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer DE41LF | 2006 | All years |
| New Flyer DE41LFR | 2006, 2007 | 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 08V-010?
Certain buses have stainless steel hydraulic lines with 90⺠flange fittings which are subject to failure due to errors in both the design and manufacture of these lines.
How is recall 08V-010 fixed?
New flyer will remove these lines and replace them with a previously proven design of flexible lines. The recall began on january 15, 2008. Owners may contact 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.