Recalls for 2004 New Flyer C30lf

DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

Posted on: 2005-08-29
Description
On certain transit buses, hydraulic fluid can leak at the flange fitting due to improper installation procedures.  Incorrect installation procedures may cause damage to the o-ring of the flange assembly, compromising the sealing capability of the o-ring.

Consequence
Leaks caused due to damaged o-rings could cause hydraulic fluid to be sprayed onto hot surfaces and ignite.

Corrective Action
New flyer will contact customers with parts and instructions on how to complete this recall.  The recall began on august 30, 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.

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

Posted on: 2006-02-09
Description
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.  

Consequence
Separation of the ramp from the vehicle could result in injury to passengers on the ramp.

Corrective Action
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.

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.