Recalls for 2005 New Flyer De40lf

DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Posted on: 2006-06-14
Description
On 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
Failure 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 Action
Cummins 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.

Notes
Customers 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.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2005-03-29
Description
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.

Consequence
Bracket failure could result in a crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brackets free of charge.  The recall began on april 6, 2005.  Owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.

Notes
Customers 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.