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2004 New Flyer D40LF recall: linkages

New Flyer Industries Ltd reported this safety recall on June 27, 2005. It covers about 218 vehicles.

vehicles affected
218
reported
Jun 27, 2005
owners notified
Jun 28, 2005

Steering: linkages

What is wrong
On certain transit buses custom built for southeastern pennsylvania transit authority and equipped with man axles, the center-link assemblies were incorrectly tightened.
Risk
Improper securing of the center-link rod ends could cause the assembly to come apart, resulting in loss of vehicle steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Southeastern pennsylvania transit authority was notified of this recall on june 28, 2005. Vehicles will have the subject components replaced.

Recall number 05V298000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 05V298000

Is there a recall on the 2004 New Flyer D40LF linkages?

Yes. Recall 05V298000, reported on June 27, 2005, covers about 218 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V298000?

Southeastern pennsylvania transit authority was notified of this recall on june 28, 2005. Vehicles will have the subject components replaced.

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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