2005 NEW FLYER GE40LF
4 recalls — 0 complaints — 18 TSBs
17V130000 Mar 1, 2017
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
New Flyer Industries Ltd (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2006 L40LFand DE60LF transit buses, 2006-2007 C35LF, C40LFR, D35LF, D40LFR, D60LFR, DE40LF and DE40LFR transit buses, and 2005-2007 C40LF, D40LF, D60LF, DE60LFA, GE40LF, 2007 D35LFR, and DE60LFR transit buses. These vehicles are equipped wit... Read more
Consequence
Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle beams and determine a repair, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R17-002.
11V407000 Aug 5, 2011
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
NEW FLYER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 HEAVY DUTY TRANSIT BUSES. THE THREE RETAINING BOLTS FOR THE OUTPUT FLANGE ON THE ISE PROPULSION SYSTEM ARE SUBJECT TO FATIGUE FAILURE. FAILURE OF THE THREE BOLTS RETAINING THE OUTPUT FLANGE TO THE COMBINATION GEAR BOX ON THE ISE PROPULSION SYSTEM... Read more
Consequence
SEPARATION OF THE DRIVESHAFT AND OUTPUT FLANGE FROM THE VEHICLE CREATES THE POTENTIAL FOR BODILY INJURY OF BYSTANDERS AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVE LINE COMPONENTS AND REPLACE THE OUTPUT FLANGE BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-934-4876.
06V034000 Feb 7, 2006
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRANSIT BUSES, THE SPOT WELDS WHICH HOLD THE WHEELCHAIR RAMP HINGE ASSEMBLY TOGETHER CAN FAIL ALLOWING THE RAMP TO SEPARATE, WHEN DEPLOYED UNDER LOAD, FROM THE BUS FRAME.
Consequence
SEPARATION OF THE RAMP FROM THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO PASSENGERS ON THE RAMP.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ADD NEW HARDWARE TO THE HINGES WHICH WILL MAKE THE SPOT-WELDING REDUNDANT. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 15, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-934-4874.
06V015000 Jan 18, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2005 NEW FLYER GE40LF
18 manufacturer communications from 12 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 4 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 1 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 1 |
SMB178
Jan 5, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
SMB178
Jan 5, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
PMB049
Jan 5, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
TSIB 13-01
Oct 31, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN - RELOCATE INTAKE FILTER FOR ISE AIR COMPRESSOR.
ITS4610
Jul 31, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Instruction to Install New Engine Oil Dipstick Assembly.
ITS5387
Jul 31, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Instruction to Relocate UCAP Fire Bottle.
ITS5387
Jul 31, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Instruction to Relocate UCAP Fire Bottle.
ITS5316
Jul 31, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Instruction to Replace Engine Air Intake Tube.
ITS5316
Jul 31, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instruction to Replace Engine Air Intake Tube.
ITS5100
Jul 31, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Instruction for MONO Inverter Conversion.
ITS5100
Jul 31, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instruction for MONO Inverter Conversion.
ITS4610
Jul 31, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Instruction to Install New Engine Oil Dipstick Assembly.
ITS5022
Oct 31, 2012
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instruction to Relocate UCAP Fire Bottle (Legacy).
ITS5173
Oct 31, 2012
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Technical Instruction to Upgrade UCAP Cabinet Cover (Legacy).
TSIB 12-03
Oct 31, 2012
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Techical Service Bulletin for the Ford 6.8 V-10 WSG-1068 Gasoline Engine Oil Cooler.
TSIB 12-04
Oct 31, 2012
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Technical Service Bulletin for the Ultra Capacitor Air Intake Filter Change Interval
TSIB 12-04
Oct 31, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Service Bulletin for the Ultra Capacitor Air Intake Filter Change Interval
ITS5161
Oct 1, 2012
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Technical Instruction to Modify UCAP Circuit Board Cover.
NEW FLYER GE40LF — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NEW FLYER GE40LF across all model years (2004–2010).
12
Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths