Recall 17V-130: 2006–2007 New Flyer C35LF, 2005–2007 New Flyer C40LF and 14 more
New Flyer Industries Ltd. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Mar 1, 2017, covering about 2,357 vehicles.
The problem
New Flyer Industries Ltd (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2006 L40LFand DE60LF transit buses, 2006-2007 C35LF, C40LFR, D35LF, D40LFR, D60LFR, DE40LF and DE40LFR transit buses, and 2005-2007 C40LF, D40LF, D60LF, DE60LFA, GE40LF, 2007 D35LFR, and DE60LFR transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with MAN V8-65L axle beams that may have cracks on the upper and/or lower surface, which, over time can cause the axle beam to fail.
The risk
Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle beams and determine a repair, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R17-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | New Flyer Industries Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 17V130000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| New Flyer C35LF | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer C40LF | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer C40LFR | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D35LF | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D35LFR | 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D40LF | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D40LFR | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D60LF | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer D60LFR | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer DE40LF | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer DE40LFR | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer DE60LF | 2006 | All years |
| New Flyer DE60LFA | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer DE60LFR | 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer GE40LF | 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| New Flyer L40LF | 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 17V-130?
New Flyer Industries Ltd (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2006 L40LFand DE60LF transit buses, 2006-2007 C35LF, C40LFR, D35LF, D40LFR, D60LFR, DE40LF and DE40LFR transit buses, and 2005-2007 C40LF, D40LF, D60LF, DE60LFA, GE40LF, 2007 D35LFR, and DE60LFR transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with MAN V8-65L axle beams that may have cracks on the upper and/or lower surface, which, over time can cause the axle beam to fail.
How is recall 17V-130 fixed?
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle beams and determine a repair, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R17-002.
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.