Recall 11V-407: 2007 New Flyer D40LF, 2008–2010 New Flyer GE35LFR and 4 more

NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Aug 5, 2011, covering about 247 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-407
Report date
Aug 5, 2011
Vehicles affected
247
Owners notified
Aug 18, 2011

The problem

New flyer is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 heavy duty transit buses. The three retaining bolts for the output flange on the ise propulsion system are subject to fatigue failure. Failure of the three bolts retaining the output flange to the combination gear box on the ise propulsion system could result in a separation of a portion of the driveshaft, with the output flange attached, from the vehicle.

The risk

Separation of the driveshaft and output flange from the vehicle creates the potential for bodily injury of bystanders and/or property damage.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the drive line components and replace the output flange bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on august 18, 2011. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4876.

Notes

New flyer's safety recall number is r11-017.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

ManufacturerNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD
ComponentPower Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V407000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer D40LF2007All years
New Flyer GE35LFR2008, 2009, 2010All years
New Flyer GE40LF2005, 2007, 2009, 2010All years
New Flyer GE40LFA2008All years
New Flyer GE40LFR2008, 2009All years
New Flyer H40LFR2007All 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-407?

New flyer is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 heavy duty transit buses. The three retaining bolts for the output flange on the ise propulsion system are subject to fatigue failure. Failure of the three bolts retaining the output flange to the combination gear box on the ise propulsion system could result in a separation of a portion of the driveshaft, with the output flange attached, from the vehicle.

How is recall 11V-407 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the drive line components and replace the output flange bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on august 18, 2011. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4876.

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.