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2004 New Flyer GE40LF problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
2
Service bulletins
5

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Recalls 2

Equipment adaptive/mobilityReported February 7, 2006 · 682 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain transit buses, the spot welds which hold the wheelchair ramp hinge assembly together can fail allowing the ramp to separate, when deployed under load, from the bus frame.
Risk
Separation of the ramp from the vehicle could result in injury to passengers on the ramp.
Remedy
Dealers will add new hardware to the hinges which will make the spot-welding redundant. The recall began on february 15, 2006. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑934‑4874.

Recall number 06V034000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: check valveReported January 18, 2006 · 103 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain transit buses equipped with relay valves built by haldex/midland and distributed by meritor/wabco with valve body date code of 342a4k. This valve, which is installed in the rear axle air brake circuit, can fail resulting in a loss of air pressure to the rear service brakes.
Risk
Failure of the valve would disable the rear axle service brake circuit and result in extended stopping distances which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect to see if the installed relay valve has a date code of 342a4k and if necessary will replace the valve free of charge. The recall began on january 25, 2006. Owners may contact new flyer at 204‑934‑4803.

Recall number 06V015000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2004 New Flyer GE40LF 5

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2 recalls, covering equipment adaptive/mobility and service brakes, air.

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