2008 New Flyer DE60LF recalls
There are 5 safety recalls on record for the 2008 New Flyer DE60LF, covering 5,972 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Structure
- What is wrong
- New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 transit buses, models: C35LF, C40LFR, D35LFR, D40LF, D40LFR, D60LF, D60LFA, D60LFR, DE35LFA, DE40LF, DE40LFA, DE40LFR, DE60LF, DE60LFA, DE60LFR, and XDE40. The drive shaft access panel may have insufficient strength or be not properly secured to the floor. If the drive shaft fails, debris from the driveshaft failure may enter the passenger compartment through the panel.
- Risk
- If debris resulting from drive shaft failure enters the passenger compartment, it may result in injury to the bus occupants.
- Remedy
- New Flyer notification to owners on 01/03/2013. Dealers will install a steel plate under the access panel on affected buses, free of charge. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1‑204‑224‑6706 for more information.
Recall number 12V591000 · Recall details
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 heavy duty transit buses. The radius rod bracket which attaches the front axle radius rods to the vehicle frame may be missing two of the four required welds.
- Risk
- Failure of a radius rod bracket assembly may result in restricted steering capability increasing the risk of vehicle crash, injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for radius rod brackets and will be replaced with certified product free of charge. The safety recall began on december 13, 2010. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑934‑4876.
Recall number 10V605000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008 c40lfr, d40lf and de60lf heavy duty transit buses, as well as model year 2009 de60lfa heavy duty transit buses. The passenger assist grab strap handles have experienced multiple failures in the field.
- Risk
- Failure of a passenger assist grab strap handle could result in a passenger falling and being injured.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing passenger assist grab strap handles with an improved product free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑934‑4876.
Recall number 10V343000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- New flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 transit buses. These models have an inspection panel located above the drive shaft in the passenger compartment flooring for easy inspection and removal of the drive shaft. This panel may not be of sufficient strength to prevent foreign matter from entering the passenger compartment in the event of a drive shaft failure.
- Risk
- Failure of the drive shaft access panel to maintain passenger compartment integrity could result in injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will incorporate an energy absorbing honeycomb material to the underside of the access panel. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 10, 2010. Owners may contact new flyer at 204‑934‑4874.
Recall number 10V089000 · Recall details
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
Questions about the 2008 New Flyer DE60LF recalls
How do I check if my 2008 New Flyer DE60LF has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2008 New Flyer DE60LF have?
5, covering structure, power train and equipment.
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