2004 New Flyer C35LF recalls and problems
The 2004 New Flyer C35LF has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any New Flyer dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 New Flyer C35LF vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 New Flyer C35LF recalls
Recall 09V-367: Interior Lighting
Problem: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between may 2002 and september 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Fix: New flyer will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on october2, 2009. Owners may contact new flyer customer services at 1-204-934-4876.
Recall 06V-034: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: On certain transit buses, the spot welds which hold the wheelchair ramp hinge assembly together can fail allowing the ramp to separate, when deployed under load, from the bus frame.
Risk: Separation of the ramp from the vehicle could result in injury to passengers on the ramp.
Fix: Dealers will add new hardware to the hinges which will make the spot-welding redundant. The recall began on february 15, 2006. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4874.
Recall 05V-116: Steering
Problem: On certain transit buses equipped with meritor front axle assemblies, a weld is missing on the radius rod attachment bracketand the bracket may fatigue and fail while in use.
Risk: Bracket failure could result in a crash without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the brackets free of charge. The recall began on april 6, 2005. Owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 New Flyer C35LF have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2004 New Flyer C35LF: 09V-367 (interior lighting), 06V-034 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 05V-116 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are New Flyer recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized New Flyer dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.