1998-1999 New Flyer C35LF, New Flyer C40LF and others recall: service brakes, air

New Flyer Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 15, 2000. It covers about 206 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 206
reported: Sep 15, 2000
owners notified: Mar 16, 2001
related complaints: 1

Service brakes, air

What is wrong: Vehicle description: certain transit buses equipped with ABS fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems." the rear brake release time can exceed the requirements.
Risk: A slow brake release can cause premature brake wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The repair will involve installing a quick release valve or increasing the size of the rear brake control line.

Recall number 00V275000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.

Questions about recall 00V275000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 New Flyer C35LF, New Flyer C40LF and others service brakes, air?

Yes. Recall 00V275000, reported on September 15, 2000, covers about 206 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V275000?

The repair will involve installing a quick release valve or increasing the size of the rear brake control line.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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