New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 transit buses
— Recall Campaign #12V518000
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 transit buses, models C40LF, C40LFR, D35LFR, D40LFR, D60LFR, XD35, XD40, XDE35, XDE40, and XN40. Air pressure may leak from the parking brake chambers causing the parking brakes to drag while the vehicle is driven.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,041 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V518000
| Manufacturer: | New Flyer of America, Inc. |
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| Recall date: | October 25, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V518000 |
| Units affected: | 1,041 |
- Description:
- New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 transit buses, models C40LF, C40LFR, D35LFR, D40LFR, D60LFR, XD35, XD40, XDE35, XDE40, and XN40. Air pressure may leak from the parking brake chambers causing the parking brakes to drag while the vehicle is driven.
- Consequeces:
- If the brakes drag, they may overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Corrective action:
- New Flyer will notify the owners and the affected brake chambers will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2012. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-224-6706 for more information.
- Notes:
- New Flyer's campaign recall number is R12-031. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.