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2008-2009 New Flyer D40LFR and New Flyer DE60LFR recall: column

New Flyer Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 5, 2010. It covers about 42 vehicles.

vehicles affected
42
reported
Jul 5, 2010
owners notified
Aug 2, 2010

Steering: column

What is wrong
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008 d40lfr and model year 2009 de60lfr heavy duty low floor transit buses equipped with trw igen3 intermediate steering columns. The weld around the igen3 steering shaft tube that secures the spline tube to the intermediate tube may be mis-located.
Risk
Mis-located welds may result in torsional and axial strength falling below acceptable levels. This condition could result in separation of the steering column, loss of steering control and a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
The safety recall began on august 2, 2010. Trw is handling the remedy for this campaign please see trw's defect report 10e-026. The corrective action involves inspection and replacement of the steering columns if found to be defective. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact trw at 765‑429‑1768 or new flyer customer service at 204‑934‑4876.

Recall number 10V313000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V313000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2009 New Flyer D40LFR and New Flyer DE60LFR column?

Yes. Recall 10V313000, reported on July 5, 2010, covers about 42 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V313000?

The safety recall began on august 2, 2010. Trw is handling the remedy for this campaign please see trw's defect report 10e-026. The corrective action involves inspection and replacement of the steering columns if found to be defective. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact trw at 765‑429‑1768 or new flyer customer service at 204‑934‑4876.

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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