Recall 11V-237: 2009 New Flyer C35LFR, 2008 New Flyer C40LF and 7 more
NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. recall for latches/locks/linkages, reported to NHTSA on Apr 14, 2011, covering about 1,123 vehicles.
The problem
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 low floor transit buses produced from may 24, 2007, through march 1, 2011 and equipped with teeter lever assemblies. There is insufficient engagement between the teeter lever base and the cam plate.
The risk
Failure of the teeter lever assembly will cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. A passenger leaning on or forced against the door could fall through the door and sustain injuries.
The fix
New flyer is working with the manufacturer of the teeter lever assemblies, vapor bus, to repair the affected buses free of charge. Please see vapor bus defect report 11e-010. The safety recall began on april 29, 2011. Owners may contact vapor bus at 1-847-777-6450 or new flyer customer services at 1-204-934-4874.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V237000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| New Flyer C35LFR | 2009 | All years |
| New Flyer C40LF | 2008 | All years |
| New Flyer C40LFR | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| New Flyer D35LF | 2010 | All years |
| New Flyer D35LFR | 2007, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| New Flyer D40LF | 2007, 2008 | All years |
| New Flyer D40LFR | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| New Flyer DE35LFR | 2011 | All years |
| New Flyer DE40LFR | 2010 | 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 11V-237?
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 low floor transit buses produced from may 24, 2007, through march 1, 2011 and equipped with teeter lever assemblies. There is insufficient engagement between the teeter lever base and the cam plate.
How is recall 11V-237 fixed?
New flyer is working with the manufacturer of the teeter lever assemblies, vapor bus, to repair the affected buses free of charge. Please see vapor bus defect report 11e-010. The safety recall began on april 29, 2011. Owners may contact vapor bus at 1-847-777-6450 or new flyer customer services at 1-204-934-4874.
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.