The worst 1997 New Flyer D30LF problems
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Recalls 5
Exterior lighting
- 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: other fuel types: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
- Risk
- This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313‑592‑3708 or new flyer at 1‑204‑982‑8400.
Recall number 05V320000 · 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
Seats
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses. A tether strap on the driver's seat was omitted. This does not comply with the strength requirements of fmvss no. 207, seating systems."
- Risk
- The driver seat may not adequately restrain the driver in the event of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- The owner will be provided with parts, instructions and repair assistance as required. The owner will install the missing tether straps.
Recall number 98V138000 · 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
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 New Flyer D30LF 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg...
- This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation...
- Subject regarding additional newflyer service manual maintenance instructions for servicing the hydraulic...
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Is the 1997 New Flyer D30LF reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1997 New Flyer D30LF.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 New Flyer D30LF?
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How many recalls does the 1997 New Flyer D30LF have?
5 recalls, covering exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling and suspension.
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