NHTSA recall 07V012000
Equipment adaptive/mobility
New Flyer C40HF and 5 more
Reported Jan 18, 20071,421 vehicles affectedNEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTDBuilt Jan 1, 1995 – Dec 31, 1997
The defect
On certain transit buses equipped with lift-u wheelchair lifts, it IS possible for a person to wedge their feet under the solid bar barrier linkage.
The risk
While sitting in a wheel chair a person with no shoes and does not have control of their feet, could twist their feet and get it forced under the linkage which could result in an injury.
The remedy
Lift-u IS conducting this recall (please see 06e-093). owners will receive a free repair kit along with installation instructions free of charge. owners may contact lift-u at 209-838-2400 or new flyer at 204-934-4876.