NHTSA Recall 00V275000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V275000; Date: Sep. 15, 2000
A slow brake release can cause premature brake wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 New Flyer C35lf; 1999 New Flyer C35lf; 1998 New Flyer C40lf; 1999 New Flyer C40lf; 1998 New Flyer D35lf; 1999 New Flyer D35lf; 1998 New Flyer D40lf; 1999 New Flyer D40lf
Component: Air Brake
Manufactured by: New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 206
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: certain transit buses equipped with abs fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems. " the rear brake release time can exceed the requirements.
How to Fix:
The repair will involve installing a quick release valve or increasing the size of the rear brake control line.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began March 16, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8181. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 16, 2001
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