Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
NEW FLYER
Model Of Vehicle
D40LF
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
10V343000
Component Description
Equipment
Effect Of Defect
Failure Of A Passenger Assist Grab Strap Handle Could Result In A Passenger Falling And Being Injured.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
New Flyer Industries Ltd
Start Of Manufacture
20070220
End Of Manufacture
20081230
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
145
Date Owners Notified
20100815
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20100722