2001 New Flyer D35LF Problems: 0 Complaints, 4 Recalls

The worst 2001 New Flyer D35LF problems

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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

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

Vehicle speed controlReported May 16, 2002 · 1,107 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain buses equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Risk: If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Williams controls is handling the replacement of this pedal. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact williams control at 1‑503‑684‑8600 or new flyer at 204‑982‑8181.

Recall number 02V004008 · Recall details

Steering: linkages: tie rod assemblyReported August 22, 2001 · 1,552 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: transit buses. The clamp nuts for the center link tie rods may have been inadequately tightened.
Risk: Inadequately tightened clamp nuts could lead to the tie rods separating from the center link possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: New flyer will will inspect the tie rod end clamp lock nuts to ensure that the nuts are properly tightened. Any damaged tie rods will be replaced. Owner notification began september 17, 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 01V265000 · 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 2001 New Flyer D35LF reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2001 New Flyer D35LF.

What is the most common problem with the 2001 New Flyer D35LF?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2001 New Flyer D35LF have?

4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, steering and vehicle speed control.

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