Recalls for 2006 New Flyer De41lf

DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Posted on: 2007-03-14
Description
On certain transit buses equipped with graham white air dryers, the air dryer timer modules may allow sufficient quantities of moisture to enter and affect the operation of the vehicle air brake system.  

Consequence
Failure of the air brake system due to moisture could result in a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the air dryer timer module on the affected vehicles.  The recall began on march 22, 2007.  Owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.

Notes
New flyer recall no.  R07-004.customers may 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 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Posted on: 2008-01-09
Description
Certain buses have stainless steel hydraulic lines with 90º flange fittings which are subject to failure due to errors in both the design and manufacture of these lines.

Consequence
Failure of these lines, located in the engine compartment, could result in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
New flyer will remove these lines and replace them with a previously proven design of flexible lines.  The recall began on january 15, 2008.  Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

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.