The worst 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR problems
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Recalls 2
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- New flyer is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 heavy duty transit buses. The three retaining bolts for the output flange on the ise propulsion system are subject to fatigue failure. Failure of the three bolts retaining the output flange to the combination gear box on the ise propulsion system could result in a separation of a portion of the driveshaft, with the output flange attached, from the vehicle.
- Risk
- Separation of the driveshaft and output flange from the vehicle creates the potential for bodily injury of bystanders and/or property damage.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the drive line components and replace the output flange bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on august 18, 2011. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑934‑4876.
Recall number 11V407000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air
- What is wrong
- New flyer is recalling 319 my 2008 c40lf, c40lfr, d35lf, d40lf, d41lf, d61lfr, de41lf, de61lf, e40lfr, ge40lfr, and de41lfr transit buses equipped with parker hannifin (vansco) control modules. A certain batch of the programmable logic control modules may have a manufacturing defect. This defect could produce erratic behavior of certain input/output signals to and from the affected module. This erratic behavior could potentially impact certain functions such as the headlights, brake lights, throttle control, and control of the articulated joint.
- Risk
- Failure of the module to properly control the vehicle sub-systems could result in vehicle crash, injury or death.
- Remedy
- The affected modules will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on july 14, 2008. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑982‑8400.
Recall number 08V296000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR 14
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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 ISE Cooling Loop Bypass.
- Technical service information bulletin - relocate intake filter for ise air compressor.
- Technical Instruction to Install New Engine Oil Dipstick Assembly.
- Technical Instruction for MONO Inverter Conversion.
- Technical Instruction to Replace Engine Air Intake Tube.
- Technical Instruction to Relocate UCAP Fire Bottle.
- Technical Instruction to Upgrade UCAP Cabinet Cover (Mono).
- Technical Instruction to Reprogram Siemens Inverter
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Questions about the 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR
Is the 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2008 New Flyer GE40LFR have?
2 recalls, covering power train and service brakes, air.
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