The worst 1997 New Flyer C35LF problems
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Recalls 3
Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- What is wrong
- On certain low floor buses, the power steering hose was incorrectly installed.
- Risk
- The hose can leak, creating the risk of an engine fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hose. Owner notification began july 1, 2002. 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 1‑204‑228‑8984.
Recall number 02V112000 · Recall details
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses. There could be a casting defect in the left side spring tower. The spring towers support the vehicle structure, and failure of a tower could cause a sudden shift in the front axle.
- Risk
- This condition could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the spring tower. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 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.
Recall number 01V160000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses. The daytime running lamp (drl) module can over-heat and shut down after as little as 45 minutes of high beam use. This will cause total headlamp failure of both high and low beam.
- Risk
- If the drl module over-heats and the headlamps go out, there is a significant risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with detailed repair instructions and new drl modules.
Recall number 97V103000 · Recall details
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Questions about the 1997 New Flyer C35LF
Is the 1997 New Flyer C35LF reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 New Flyer C35LF.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 New Flyer C35LF?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1997 New Flyer C35LF have?
3 recalls, covering steering, suspension and exterior lighting.
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