Recall 99V-077: 1998 New Flyer C35LF, 1998 New Flyer C40LF and 2 more

NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Apr 13, 1999, covering about 529 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-077
Report date
Apr 13, 1999
Vehicles affected
529
Owners notified
Mar 15, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: transit buses. The rear brake release time can exceed the requirements of FMVSS no. 121.

The risk

A slow brake release can cause premature brake wear which if left unchecked could lead to brake failure and vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will increase the rear brake delivery lines and the rear brake signal line.

Notes

Owner notification was expected to begin during march 1999.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.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.
ComponentService Brakes, Air › Supply › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V077000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer C35LF1998All years
New Flyer C40LF1998All years
New Flyer D35LF1998All years
New Flyer D40LF1998All 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 99V-077?

Vehicle description: transit buses. The rear brake release time can exceed the requirements of FMVSS no. 121.

How is recall 99V-077 fixed?

Dealers will increase the rear brake delivery lines and the rear brake signal line.

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.