Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Buses. These Buses Fail To Comply With Fmvss No. 121, “Air Brake Systems.” The Parking Brake May Be Inadequate At Gvwr On A 20% Slope.
Make Of Vehicle
NEW FLYER
Model Of Vehicle
D45
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
99V286000
Component Description
Parking Brake:Driveline:Air
Effect Of Defect
The Parking Brake May Not Restrain The Vehicle When On A 20% Slope Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Owners Will Be Provided With Parts, InstruCTIons And Assistance In Installing Larger Spring Brakes On The Drive Axle. New Flyer Will Reimburse The Owner’S For The Parts And Labor Costs Involved.
Vehicle Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19981001
End Of Manufacture
19990831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
174
Date Owners Notified
19991220
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19991020
Make Campaign Number
1248A
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121