New Flyer De40lf 2005

Model De40lf made in 2005 by New Flyer got 2 recalls as well as 10 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and steering.

Model 2005

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
06V212000NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTDfrom 08/31/2004 to 03/31/2005V (Vehicle)79806/22/2006MFRNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD06/14/200606/14/2006
Defect SummaryOn certain transit buses built with cummins isl and isc diesel engines equipped with the cm850 fuel system, the engine high pressure fuel lines, from the engine high pressure pump to the engine fuel rail, are prone to failure.
Consequence SummaryFailure of the line introduces high pressure fuel spray into the engine compartment which can ignite when it comes in contact with a hot surface.
Corrective SummaryCummins will install a fuel line bracket to reduce fuel line stress. a new fuel line will be installed when adding the bracket. customers may contact cummins at 1-800-diesels or new flyer at 204-934-4876.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
05V116000NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTDfrom 04/01/2004 to 02/28/2005V (Vehicle)17804/06/2005MFRNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD03/25/200503/29/2005
Defect SummaryOn 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.
Consequence SummaryBracket failure could result in a crash without prior warning.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the brackets free of charge. the recall began on april 6, 2005. owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.
NotesCustomers 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.

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-440802/01/201110035024New flyer: inspect and retorque steering gear box hardware. models 40oft; dsl; elec; low floor. no model years listed. *pe02/09/2011
ITS-443302/01/201110035064New flyer: remove steering gears and add plastic slider plates. models 40ft, 60ft, dsl, elec. *pe02/09/2011