The worst 1995 New Flyer D40LF problems
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Recalls 4
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
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: transit buses. Five (5) front radius rods installed in these buses have failed.
- Risk
- A failure of a front radius rod could cause a shift in the front axle, possibly resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the radius rod. Owner notification began march 1, 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 01V074000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air
- What is wrong
- The brake release timing does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: premature brake wear could cause increased stopping distances increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with parts, instructions and assistance in restoring the brake timing to fmvss 121 requirements.
Recall number 95V239001 · Recall details
Service brakes, air
- What is wrong
- The brake release timing does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: premature brake wear could cause increased stopping distances increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with parts, instructions and assistance in restoring the brake timing to fmvss 121 requirements.
Recall number 95V239000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 New Flyer D40LF 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This Service Manual Bulletin Provides Updated Preventive Maintenace Interval for the Crankcase Breather...
- 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...
- New flyer: information concerning the relocation of the leveling valves in the rear
- New flyer: install alternator support bracket
- Subject regarding installation of an output wire to control the start up and shut down of the anti-skid...
- Information on relocation of the dual spectrum curbside ir fire sensor for D40LF models
- Transfer cutter support bracket
- Wiper arm replacement
- Driveshaft replacement
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Questions about the 1995 New Flyer D40LF
Is the 1995 New Flyer D40LF reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1995 New Flyer D40LF.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 New Flyer D40LF?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1995 New Flyer D40LF have?
4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, suspension and service brakes, air.
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