Defect Description For Recall
New Flyer Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2005-2010 Heavy Duty Transit Buses. The Three Retaining Bolts For The Output Flange On The Ise Propulsion System Are Subject To Fatigue Failure. Failure Of The Three Bolts Retaining The Output Flange To The Combination Gear Box On The Ise Propulsion System Could Result In A Separation Of A Portion Of The Driveshaft, With The Output Flange Attached, From The Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
NEW FLYER
Model Of Vehicle
GE40LF
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
11V407000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Effect Of Defect
Separation Of The Driveshaft And Output Flange From The Vehicle Creates The Potential For Bodily Injury Of Bystanders And/Or Property Damage.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Drive Line Components And Replace The Output Flange Bolts Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On August 18, 2011. Owners May Contact New Flyer At 1-204-934-4876.
Vehicle Manufacturer
New Flyer Industries Ltd
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
247
Date Owners Notified
20110818
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20110805
Make Campaign Number
R11-017