Defect Description For Recall
New Flyer Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2007-2011 Low Floor Transit Buses Produced From May 24, 2007, Through March 1, 2011 And Equipped With Teeter Lever Assemblies. There Is Insufficient Engagement Between The Teeter Lever Base And The Cam Plate.
Make Of Vehicle
NEW FLYER
Model Of Vehicle
C40LFR
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
11V237000
Component Description
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of The Teeter Lever Assembly Will Cause The Rear Side Exit Door To Operate Improperly. A Passenger Leaning On Or Forced Against The Door Could Fall Through The Door And Sustain Injuries.
Fix Defect
New Flyer Is Working With The Manufacturer Of The Teeter Lever Assemblies, Vapor Bus, To Repair The Affected Buses Free Of Charge. Please See Vapor Bus Defect Report 11E-010. The Safety Recall Began On April 29, 2011. Owners May Contact Vapor Bus At 1-847-777-6450 Or New Flyer Customer Services At 1-204-934-4874.
Vehicle Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1123
Date Owners Notified
20110429
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110414