2004-2005 New Flyer C40LF, New Flyer D40I and others recall: check valve

New Flyer Industries Ltd reported this safety recall on January 18, 2006. It covers about 103 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 103
reported: Jan 18, 2006
owners notified: Jan 25, 2006

Service brakes, air: supply: check valve

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V015000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2005 New Flyer C40LF, New Flyer D40I and others check valve?

Yes. Recall 06V015000, reported on January 18, 2006, covers about 103 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V015000?

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.

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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