2008 NEW FLYER DE60LF Recalls (5)

Campaign:
09V367000 on 09/27/2009
Component:
Interior lighting
Manufactured:
08/31/2002 - 05/30/2007
Affected:
1,412
Defect:
New 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.
Consequence:
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Correction:
New 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.
Notes:
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Campaign:
10V089000 on 03/08/2010
Component:
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Affected:
1,845
Defect:
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 transit buses. these models have an inspection panel located above the drive shaft in the passenger compartment flooring for easy inspection and removal of the drive shaft. this panel may not be of sufficient strength to prevent foreign matter from entering the passenger compartment in the event of a drive shaft failure.
Consequence:
Failure of the drive shaft access panel to maintain passenger compartment integrity could result in injury or death.
Correction:
Dealers will incorporate an energy absorbing honeycomb material to the underside of the access panel. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on march 10, 2010. owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.
Notes:
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Campaign:
10V343000 on 07/27/2010
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
02/19/2007 - 12/29/2008
Affected:
145
Defect:
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008 c40lfr, d40lf and de60lf heavy duty transit buses, as well as model year 2009 de60lfa heavy duty transit buses. the passenger assist grab strap handles have experienced multiple failures in the field.
Consequence:
Failure of a passenger assist grab strap handle could result in a passenger falling and being injured.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the existing passenger assist grab strap handles with an improved product free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4876.
Notes:
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Campaign:
10V605000 on 12/06/2010
Component:
Power train:axle assembly
Affected:
522
Defect:
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 heavy duty transit buses. the radius rod bracket which attaches the front axle radius rods to the vehicle frame may be missing two of the four required welds.
Consequence:
Failure of a radius rod bracket assembly may result in restricted steering capability increasing the risk of vehicle crash, injury or death.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect for radius rod brackets and will be replaced with certified product free of charge. the safety recall began on december 13, 2010. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4876.
Notes:
New flyer safety recall no. r10-028.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Campaign:
12V591000 on 12/17/2012
Component:
Structure
Affected:
2,048
Defect:
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 transit buses, models: c35lf, c40lfr, d35lfr, d40lf, d40lfr, d60lf, d60lfa, d60lfr, de35lfa, de40lf, de40lfa, de40lfr, de60lf, de60lfa, de60lfr, and xde40. the drive shaft access panel may have insufficient strength or be not properly secured to the floor. if the drive shaft fails, debris from the driveshaft failure may enter the passenger compartment through the panel.
Consequence:
If debris resulting from drive shaft failure enters the passenger compartment, it may result in injury to the bus occupants.
Correction:
New flyer notification to owners on 01/03/2013. dealers will install a steel plate under the access panel on affected buses, free of charge. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-224-6706 for more information.
Notes:
New flyer's campaign recall number is r12-040.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2008 NEW FLYER DE60LF TSBs (12)

Bulletin:
ITS-4024
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
New flyer buses: to remove and replace emp fans on roof. models 40ft; 60ft; dsl; elec; *pe
Bulletin:
ITS-4047
Component:
220100 seats:barriers
Summary:
New flyer buses: install adapter cup stanchion (nf pn: 379052) onto existing wheelchair barrier and connect to the vertical stanchion. trim vertical stanchion as required to fit into the cup. this effects specifically equipped models of 2
Bulletin:
ITS5808
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Technical instruction to revise rear panel wiring and programming for allison ess a/c command.
Bulletin:
ITS5678
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Technical instruction to remove and replace emp booster pump.
Bulletin:
TSIB1601
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Rework existing exhaust tube support bracket for updated cummins egr cooler installation
Bulletin:
ITS5393
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Technical instruction to remove and replace the driver's defroster controller.
Bulletin:
ITS5330
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Technical instruction to cover emp ok6 rooftop oil cooler fan harnesses.
Bulletin:
ITS5481
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Technical instruction to rework ok6 transmission cooler wire harness uv damage.
Bulletin:
PMB049
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This parts manual bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
Bulletin:
SMB178
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This service manual bulletin provides new oem (kongsberg) pm inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
Bulletin:
SERVICE INSTRUCT
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Supplier service bulletin sent to customers regarding potential brake caliper issue.
Bulletin:
SMB180
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
This service manual bulletin provides updated preventive maintenace interval for the crankcase breather tube element on buses equipped with a cummins diesel isl 07 or isl 09 engine.

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