2002 New Flyer C35LF Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 2002 New Flyer C35LF problems

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Interior lightingReported September 24, 2009 · 1,412 vehicles affected

What is wrong: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between may 2002 and september 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Risk: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy: New flyer will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on october2, 2009. Owners may contact new flyer customer services at 1‑204‑934‑4876.

Recall number 09V367000 · Recall details

Exterior lightingReported February 23, 2007 · 1,707 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps reflective devices, and associated equipment." the flashing deceleration lamps were an optional item for some of these buses.
Risk: The standard requires that the deceleration lamp is a solid light rather than a flashing light.
Remedy: Dealers will rewire the electrical system to remove the flashing function or install a new programmable logic controller (plc) which will make the lamps burn steady free of charge. The recall began on march 5, 2007. Owners may contact new flyer at 204‑934‑4874.

Recall number 07V068000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: dieselReported May 16, 2003 · 497 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain transit buses equipped with cummins westport b gas plus or c gas plus 6 cylinder engines, the electronic control module calibration may not correctly detect a throttle plate actuator failure that could result in an uncommanded open throttle condition.
Risk: If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic control module calibration free of charge. 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 cummins customer assistance center at 1‑800‑343‑7357 or new flyer at 204‑934‑4882.

Recall number 03V182000 · Recall details

Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connectionsReported May 22, 2002 · 480 vehicles affected

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

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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Is the 2002 New Flyer C35LF reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 New Flyer C35LF.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 New Flyer C35LF?

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How many recalls does the 2002 New Flyer C35LF have?

4 recalls, covering interior lighting, exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling.

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