The worst 2003 New Flyer D40LF problems
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Recalls 5
Interior lighting
- 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 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: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (ECM) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
- Risk
- In the event of a turbocharger failure there is a possibility of an exhaust or engine compartment fire.
- Remedy
- New flyer is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1‑313‑592‑5791 or new flyer at 204‑934‑4876.
Recall number 05V421000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
- Risk
- Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the suspected defective parts free of charge. The recall began on march 15, 2005. Owners may contact new flyer at customer services at 204‑934‑4874.
Recall number 05V100000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
- What is wrong
- On certain transit buses equipped with a voith transmission, the cooler line can rub on the auxiliary heater exhaust.
- Risk
- This could cause a transmission fluid leak. If the fluid leaks onto the hot exhaust system it could result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will modify the transmission cooler hose assembly and add a fitting to promote additional clearance. Owner notification began during february 2004. Owners should contact new flyer at 1‑204‑982‑8400.
Recall number 04V076000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 New Flyer D40LF 7
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...
- Technical Instruction to Remove and Replace the Driver's Defroster Controller.
- 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...
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Is the 2003 New Flyer D40LF reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2003 New Flyer D40LF.
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How many recalls does the 2003 New Flyer D40LF have?
5 recalls, covering interior lighting, exterior lighting and engine and engine cooling.
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