NHTSA Recall 07V268000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V268000; Date: Jun. 11, 2007
Excessive play in the steering system could develop and, if not corrected, cause a loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 New Flyer C40hf; 1996 New Flyer C40hf; 1996 New Flyer C40lf; 1997 New Flyer C40lf; 1998 New Flyer C40lf; 1999 New Flyer C40lf; 2000 New Flyer C40lf; 1996 New Flyer D35hf; 1994 New Flyer D40hf; 1994 New Flyer D60hf; 1995 New Flyer D60hf; 1996 New Flyer D60hf; 1997 New Flyer D60hf; 1998 New Flyer D60hf; 1999 New Flyer D60hf; 2000 New Flyer D60hf; 2001 New Flyer D60hf; 2002 New Flyer D60hf; 2003 New Flyer D60hf; 2004 New Flyer D60hf; 2005 New Flyer D60hf; 2006 New Flyer D60hf; 2007 New Flyer D60hf; 1994 New Flyer E60hf; 1995 New Flyer L40hf
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: New Flyer Industries Ltd
Affected Units:: 1,768
Recall Summary:
On certain transit buses, the u-joint assemblies have inadequate spline engagement on one of the two end yokes.
How to Fix:
The u-joint assembly will be inspected and replaced if necessary. The recall began on June 10, 2007. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4874.
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 10, 2007
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