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2004-2006 New Flyer D40I recall: electrical system

New Flyer Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall on September 20, 2013. It covers about 57 vehicles.

vehicles affected
57
reported
Sep 20, 2013
owners notified
Nov 4, 2013

Electrical system

What is wrong
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 D40I transit buses manufactured January 14, 2005, through October 19, 2006, and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers and DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers and converters, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1‑204‑982‑8400. New Flyer's recall number is R13-021.

Recall number 13V485000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 13V485000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2006 New Flyer D40I electrical system?

Yes. Recall 13V485000, reported on September 20, 2013, covers about 57 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 13V485000?

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers and converters, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1‑204‑982‑8400. New Flyer's recall number is R13-021.

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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