There have been 41 safety recalls for the New Flyer D40lf. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the New Flyer D40lf.
Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2006 New Flyer C35lf, 2007 New Flyer C35lf, 2005 New Flyer C40lf, 2006 New Flyer C40lf, 2007 New Flyer C40lf, 2006 New Flyer C40lfr, 2007 New Flyer C40lfr, 2006 New Flyer D35lf, 2007 New Flyer D35lf, 2007 New Flyer D35lfr, 2005 New Flyer D40lf, 2006 New Flyer D40lf, 2007 New Flyer D40lf, 2006 New Flyer D40lfr, 2007 New Flyer D40lfr, 2005 New Flyer D60lf, 2006 New Flyer D60lf, 2007 New Flyer D60lf, 2006 New Flyer D60lfr, 2007 New Flyer D60lfr, 2006 New Flyer De40lf, 2007 New Flyer De40lf, 2006 New Flyer De40lfr, 2007 New Flyer De40lfr, 2006 New Flyer De60lf, 2005 New Flyer De60lfa, 2006 New Flyer De60lfa, 2007 New Flyer De60lfa, 2007 New Flyer De60lfr, 2005 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2006 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2007 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2006 New Flyer L40lf |
| Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT |
| Recall Summary: 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.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2010 Nabi 31LFW, 2011 Nabi 31LFW, 2012 Nabi 31LFW, 2010 Nabi 35LFW, 2011 Nabi 35LFW, 2010 Nabi 40LFW, 2011 Nabi 40LFW, 2012 Nabi 40LFW, 2013 Nabi 40LFW, 2014 Nabi 40LFW, 2015 Nabi 40LFW, 2010 Nabi 416, 2011 Nabi 416, 2012 Nabi 416, 2013 Nabi 416, 2010 Nabi 42BRT, 2011 Nabi 42BRT, 2012 Nabi 42BRT, 2013 Nabi 42BRT, 2014 Nabi 42BRT, 2015 Nabi 42BRT, 2010 Nabi 60BRT, 2011 Nabi 60BRT, 2012 Nabi 60BRT, 2013 Nabi 60BRT, 2012 New Flyer C35lfr, 2010 New Flyer C40lf, 2010 New Flyer C40lfr, 2011 New Flyer C40lfr, 2012 New Flyer C40lfr, 2013 New Flyer C40lfr, 2010 New Flyer D35lfr, 2011 New Flyer D35lfr, 2010 New Flyer D40lf, 2011 New Flyer D40lfr, 2010 New Flyer D60lfr, 2011 New Flyer D60lfr, 2012 New Flyer D60lfr, 2010 New Flyer De35lf, 2010 New Flyer De40lfa, 2009 New Flyer De60lf, 2010 New Flyer De60lfa, 2010 New Flyer De60lfr, 2011 New Flyer De60lfr, 2012 New Flyer De60lfr, 2013 New Flyer De60lfr, 2010 New Flyer Ge35lfr, 2010 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2009 New Flyer Ge40lfr, 2015 New Flyer MD30, 2010 New Flyer XD35, 2011 New Flyer XD35, 2012 New Flyer XD35, 2013 New Flyer XD35, 2014 New Flyer XD35, 2015 New Flyer XD35, 2011 New Flyer XD40, 2012 New Flyer XD40, 2013 New Flyer XD40, 2014 New Flyer XD40, 2015 New Flyer XD40, 2013 New Flyer XD60, 2014 New Flyer XD60, 2015 New Flyer XD60, 2010 New Flyer XDE35, 2011 New Flyer XDE35, 2012 New Flyer XDE35, 2013 New Flyer XDE35, 2014 New Flyer XDE35, 2010 New Flyer XDE40, 2011 New Flyer XDE40, 2012 New Flyer XDE40, 2013 New Flyer XDE40, 2014 New Flyer XDE40, 2015 New Flyer XDE40, 2013 New Flyer XDE60, 2014 New Flyer XDE60, 2015 New Flyer XDE60, 2013 New Flyer XE40, 2013 New Flyer XN35, 2014 New Flyer XN35, 2015 New Flyer XN35, 2011 New Flyer XN40, 2012 New Flyer XN40, 2013 New Flyer XN40, 2014 New Flyer XN40, 2015 New Flyer XN40, 2012 New Flyer XN60, 2013 New Flyer XN60, 2014 New Flyer XN60, 2015 New Flyer XN60 |
| Component: SEATS |
| Recall Summary: New flyer industries, ltd. (new flyer) is recalling certain model year 2015 new flyer md30, 2012 c35lfr, 2010-2011 d35lfr, nabi 35lfw, 2011 d40lfr, 2010-2012 d60lfr and nabi 31lfw, 2010 c40lf, de35lf, d40lf, de40lfa, de60lfa, ge35lfr and ge40lf, 2009 de60lf and ge40lfr, 2010-2013 c40lfr, de60lfr, ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
If debris resulting from drive shaft failure enters the passenger compartment, it may result in injury to the bus occupants.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2009 New Flyer C35lf, 2008 New Flyer C40lfr, 2009 New Flyer C40lfr, 2009 New Flyer D35lfr, 2006 New Flyer D40lf, 2007 New Flyer D40lf, 2008 New Flyer D40lf, 2009 New Flyer D40lf, 2007 New Flyer D40lfr, 2008 New Flyer D40lfr, 2009 New Flyer D40lfr, 2004 New Flyer D60lf, 2007 New Flyer D60lf, 2009 New Flyer D60lf, 2006 New Flyer D60lfa, 2007 New Flyer D60lfr, 2008 New Flyer D60lfr, 2009 New Flyer D60lfr, 2009 New Flyer De35lfa, 2006 New Flyer De40lf, 2009 New Flyer De40lf, 2008 New Flyer De40lfa, 2009 New Flyer De40lfa, 2006 New Flyer De40lfr, 2007 New Flyer De40lfr, 2008 New Flyer De40lfr, 2009 New Flyer De40lfr, 2010 New Flyer De40lfr, 2004 New Flyer De60lf, 2006 New Flyer De60lf, 2008 New Flyer De60lf, 2009 New Flyer De60lf, 2009 New Flyer De60lfa, 2007 New Flyer De60lfr, 2008 New Flyer De60lfr, 2009 New Flyer De60lfr, 2011 New Flyer XDE40 |
| Component: STRUCTURE |
| Recall Summary: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 transit buses, models: c35lf, c40lfr, d35lfr, d40lf, d40lfr, d60lf, d60lfa, d60lfr, de35lfa, de40lf, de40lfa, de40lfr, de60lf, de60lfa, de60lfr, and xde40.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Separation of the driveshaft and output flange from the vehicle creates the potential for bodily injury of bystanders and/or property damage.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2007 New Flyer D40lf, 2008 New Flyer Ge35lfr, 2009 New Flyer Ge35lfr, 2010 New Flyer Ge35lfr, 2005 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2007 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2009 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2010 New Flyer Ge40lf, 2008 New Flyer Ge40lfa, 2008 New Flyer Ge40lfr, 2009 New Flyer Ge40lfr, 2007 New Flyer H40lfr |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
| Recall Summary: 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 ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Failure of the teeter lever assembly will cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. A passenger leaning on or forced against the door could fall through the door and sustain injuries.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2009 New Flyer C35lfr, 2008 New Flyer C40lf, 2007 New Flyer C40lfr, 2008 New Flyer C40lfr, 2009 New Flyer C40lfr, 2010 New Flyer C40lfr, 2010 New Flyer D35lf, 2007 New Flyer D35lfr, 2009 New Flyer D35lfr, 2010 New Flyer D35lfr, 2007 New Flyer D40lf, 2008 New Flyer D40lf, 2007 New Flyer D40lfr, 2008 New Flyer D40lfr, 2009 New Flyer D40lfr, 2010 New Flyer D40lfr, 2011 New Flyer De35lfr, 2010 New Flyer De40lfr |
| Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
| Recall Summary: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 low floor transit buses produced from may 24, 2007, through March 1, 2011 and equipped with teeter lever assemblies. There is insufficient engagement between the teeter lever base and the cam plate. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Failure of a radius rod bracket assembly may result in restricted steering capability increasing the risk of vehicle crash, injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2008 New Flyer D40lf, 2008 New Flyer De60lf, 2009 New Flyer De60lf, 2008 New Flyer E40lfr |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Recall Summary: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 heavy duty transit buses. The radius rod bracket which attaches the front axle radius rods to the vehicle frame may be missing two of the four required welds. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Failure of a passenger assist grab strap handle could result in a passenger falling and being injured.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2008 New Flyer C40lfr, 2008 New Flyer D40lf, 2008 New Flyer De60lf, 2009 New Flyer De60lfa |
| Component: EQUIPMENT |
| Recall Summary: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008 c40lfr, d40lf and de60lf heavy duty transit buses, as well as model year 2009 de60lfa heavy duty transit buses. The passenger assist grab strap handles have experienced multiple failures in the field. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
Failure of the drive shaft access panel to maintain passenger compartment integrity could result in injury or death.
| Recalled Vehicles: 2009 New Flyer C35lf, 2008 New Flyer C40lfr, 2009 New Flyer C40lfr, 2009 New Flyer D35lfr, 2006 New Flyer D40lf, 2007 New Flyer D40lf, 2008 New Flyer D40lf, 2009 New Flyer D40lf, 2007 New Flyer D40lfr, 2008 New Flyer D40lfr, 2009 New Flyer D40lfr, 2004 New Flyer D60lf, 2007 New Flyer D60lf, 2009 New Flyer D60lf, 2006 New Flyer D60lfa, 2009 New Flyer D60lfa, 2007 New Flyer D60lfr, 2008 New Flyer D60lfr, 2009 New Flyer D60lfr, 2009 New Flyer De35lfa, 2009 New Flyer De40lf, 2009 New Flyer De40lfa, 2006 New Flyer De40lfr, 2007 New Flyer De40lfr, 2008 New Flyer De40lfr, 2009 New Flyer De40lfr, 2004 New Flyer De60lf, 2006 New Flyer De60lf, 2008 New Flyer De60lf, 2009 New Flyer De60lf, 2005 New Flyer De60lfa, 2007 New Flyer De60lfa, 2009 New Flyer De60lfa, 2007 New Flyer De60lfr, 2008 New Flyer De60lfr, 2009 New Flyer De60lfr |
| Component: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT |
| Recall Summary: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2009 transit buses. These models have an inspection panel located above the drive shaft in the passenger compartment flooring for easy inspection and removal of the drive shaft.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Mar. 1, 2017 | Suspension:front | 2,357 |
| Jan. 26, 2016 | Seats | 4,848 |
| Dec. 17, 2012 | Structure | 2,048 |
| Aug. 5, 2011 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft | 247 |
| Apr. 14, 2011 | Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch | 1,123 |
| Nov. 29, 2010 | Power Train:axle Assembly | 522 |
| Jul. 22, 2010 | Equipment | 145 |
| Mar. 9, 2010 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft | 1,845 |
| Sep. 24, 2009 | Interior Lighting | 1,412 |
| Nov. 7, 2008 | Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator | 1,001 |
| Jul. 3, 2008 | Air Brake | 319 |
| Jan. 9, 2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 1,049 |
| Mar. 13, 2007 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module | 719 |
| Feb. 23, 2007 | Exterior Lighting | 1,707 |
| Jun. 14, 2006 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel | 798 |
| Feb. 7, 2006 | Adaptive Equipment | 682 |
| Jan. 18, 2006 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve | 103 |
| Sep. 22, 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System | 11 |
| Aug. 25, 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:fan | 665 |
| Jul. 8, 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:other Fuel Types:turbo-charger | 321 |
| Jun. 27, 2005 | Steering:linkages | 218 |
| Mar. 25, 2005 | Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly | 178 |
| Mar. 16, 2005 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 28 |
| Feb. 17, 2004 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:cooling Unit And Lines | 78 |
| May. 22, 2002 | Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections | 480 |
| May. 16, 2002 | Vehicle Speed Control | 1,107 |
| Feb. 14, 2002 | Structure:body:door | 1,771 |
| Aug. 22, 2001 | Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly | 1,552 |
| May. 22, 2001 | Suspension | 978 |
| Apr. 30, 2001 | Electrical System:battery | 2,100 |
| Mar. 7, 2001 | Suspension | 469 |
| Sep. 15, 2000 | Air Brake | 206 |
| Sep. 15, 2000 | Suspension:front:springs:air Suspension:springs/bags | 185 |
| Apr. 13, 1999 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 529 |
| Jun. 23, 1998 | Seats | 163 |
| Jun. 23, 1998 | Visibility:defroster/defogger System | 98 |
| Oct. 31, 1997 | Air Brake | 81 |
| Aug. 19, 1997 | Suspension:front | 48 |
| Jun. 20, 1997 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 218 |
| Feb. 6, 1997 | Seats | 52 |
| Dec. 13, 1995 | Air Brake | 373 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2010 New Flyer D40lf | 1 |
| 2009 New Flyer D40lf | 2 |
| 2008 New Flyer D40lf | 7 |
| 2007 New Flyer D40lf | 8 |
| 2006 New Flyer D40lf | 8 |
| 2005 New Flyer D40lf | 8 |
| 2004 New Flyer D40lf | 9 |
| 2003 New Flyer D40lf | 5 |
| 2002 New Flyer D40lf | 5 |
| 2001 New Flyer D40lf | 5 |
| 2000 New Flyer D40lf | 7 |
| 1999 New Flyer D40lf | 7 |
| 1998 New Flyer D40lf | 9 |
| 1997 New Flyer D40lf | 7 |
| 1996 New Flyer D40lf | 4 |
| 1995 New Flyer D40lf | 4 |
| 1994 New Flyer D40lf | 4 |
| 1993 New Flyer D40lf | 1 |
| 1992 New Flyer D40lf | 1 |