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2004-2008 New Flyer D40LF, New Flyer D40LFR and others recall: alternator/generator/regulator

New Flyer Industries Ltd reported this safety recall on November 7, 2008. It covers about 1,001 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1,001
reported
Nov 7, 2008
owners notified
Nov 17, 2008

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong
New flyer is recalling 1,001 my 2004-2007 d40lf, my 2005 d40lfr, and my 2007-2008 d60lfr transit buses equipped with ce niehoff c701a or c703a alternators. Failure of the forward alternator bearing may result in a drop and seizure of the rotating alternator shaft and pulley. Once the pulley is stationary, the alternator drive belt continues to pass over the pulley creating high quantities of belt dust.
Risk
Due to the very high internal temperatures created at the bearing during shaft seizure, the belt dust may ignite, resulting in an engine compartment fire.
Remedy
To increase the potential longevity of the alternator bearings, dealers will incorporate a lower tension belt tensioner and a narrower belt. To prevent thermal ignition in the event of a bearing failure, a lighter duty, narrower belt will shred rather than continue to run over the stationary pulley. The recall began on november 17, 2008. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑934‑4803.

Recall number 08V586000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 08V586000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2008 New Flyer D40LF, New Flyer D40LFR and others alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 08V586000, reported on November 7, 2008, covers about 1,001 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V586000?

To increase the potential longevity of the alternator bearings, dealers will incorporate a lower tension belt tensioner and a narrower belt. To prevent thermal ignition in the event of a bearing failure, a lighter duty, narrower belt will shred rather than continue to run over the stationary pulley. The recall began on november 17, 2008. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑934‑4803.

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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