New Flyer De40lfr 2007

Model De40lfr made in 2007 by New Flyer got 3 recalls as well as 10 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerninginterior lighting and power train.

Model 2007

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
INTERIOR LIGHTING
09V367000NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTDfrom 06/01/2007 to 11/30/2008V (Vehicle)141210/02/2009MFRNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD09/24/200909/28/2009
Defect SummaryNew 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.
Consequence SummaryA short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Corrective SummaryNew 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.
NotesOwners 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 .
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
10V089000NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD V (Vehicle)184503/10/2010MFRNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD03/09/201003/09/2010
Defect SummaryNew flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 transit buses. these models have an inspection panel located above the drive shaft in the passenger compartment flooring for easy inspection and removal of the drive shaft. this panel may not be of sufficient strength to prevent foreign matter from entering the passenger compartment in the event of a drive shaft failure.
Consequence SummaryFailure of the drive shaft access panel to maintain passenger compartment integrity could result in injury or death.
Corrective SummaryDealers will incorporate an energy absorbing honeycomb material to the underside of the access panel. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 10, 2010. owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.
NotesOwners 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 .
STRUCTURE
12V591000New Flyer Industries Ltd. V (Vehicle)2048MFRNew Flyer Industries Ltd.12/17/201212/18/2012
Defect SummaryNew flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 transit buses, models: c35lf, c40lfr, d35lfr, d40lf, d40lfr, d60lf, d60lfa, d60lfr, de35lfa, de40lf, de40lfa, de40lfr, de60lf, de60lfa, de60lfr, and xde40. the drive shaft access panel may have insufficient strength or be not properly secured to the floor. if the drive shaft fails, debris from the driveshaft failure may enter the passenger compartment through the panel.
Consequence SummaryIf debris resulting from drive shaft failure enters the passenger compartment, it may result in injury to the bus occupants.
Corrective SummaryNew flyer will notify the owners, and dealers will install a steel plate under the access panel on affected buses, free of charge. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-224-6706 for more information.
NotesNew flyer's campaign recall number is r12-040.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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
ITS-441709/01/199910035044New flyer: rework def tank. apply sealant on def line connections. models 40ft; dsl; elec. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
ITS-441709/01/199910035044New flyer: rework def tank. apply sealant on def line connections. models 40ft; dsl; elec. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
ITS-443602/09/201110035084New flyer: inspect exhaust tube for leak and alignment. remove and replace flex connector as required. models 40ft, 60ft, dsl, cng, elec. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
ITS-443602/09/201110035084New flyer: inspect exhaust tube for leak and alignment. remove and replace flex connector as required. models 40ft, 60ft, dsl, cng, elec. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
ITS-441709/01/199910035044New flyer: rework def tank. apply sealant on def line connections. models 40ft; dsl; elec. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
ITS-441709/01/199910035044New flyer: rework def tank. apply sealant on def line connections. models 40ft; dsl; elec. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
ITS-442302/01/201110035045New flyer: remove and replace zf transmission breather hose to provide better drip loop. models 35ft, 40ft, dsl. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SMB-11109/16/201110041671New flyer: service manual regarding changes of installation on output yoke of allison transmission. *pe10/24/2011
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
ITS-443302/01/201110035064New flyer: remove steering gears and add plastic slider plates. models 40ft, 60ft, dsl, elec. *pe02/09/2011
ITS-440802/01/201110035024New flyer: inspect and retorque steering gear box hardware. models 40oft; dsl; elec; low floor. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011