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Recalls for
2004 New Flyer C35lf
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3 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - 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. 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. DEFECT #3 - INTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2009-09-28DescriptionNew 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.
ConsequenceA short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Corrective ActionNew 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 .