Recall 01V-074: 1993–1995 New Flyer D40LF

NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Mar 7, 2001, covering about 469 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-074
Report date
Mar 7, 2001
Vehicles affected
469
Owners notified
Mar 1, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: transit buses. Five (5) front radius rods installed in these buses have failed.

The risk

A failure of a front radius rod could cause a shift in the front axle, possibly resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will replace the radius rod. Owner notification began march 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8181.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerNEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC.
ComponentSuspension
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V074000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer D40LF1993, 1994, 1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-074?

Vehicle description: transit buses. Five (5) front radius rods installed in these buses have failed.

How is recall 01V-074 fixed?

Dealers will replace the radius rod. Owner notification began march 1, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8181.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.