1997 New Flyer D60HF
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1997 New Flyer D60HF. Newest first.
New flyer IS recalling 431 my 1996-2001 d60hf diesel transit buses equipped with a rooftop air conditioning evaporator. the evaporator drain lines make contact with components (ballast assemblies) within the interior lighting panel below the drain line port. this can result in either damage to the drain line, which introduces moisture into the lighting…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Moisture in sufficient quantities within the lighting panel may result in a shorting of the electrical components and a vehicle fire.
Remedy
New flyer will incorporate an elbow fitting into the drain line where it enters the lighting panel from the roof, which will promote clearance between the line and the ballast assembly. the recall began on february 6, 2008. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4803.
On certain transit buses, the u-joint assemblies have inadequate spline engagement on one of the two end yokes.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Excessive play in the steering system could develop and, if not corrected, cause a loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
Remedy
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.
Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps reflective devices, and associated equipment." the flashing deceleration lamps were an optional item for some of these buses.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The standard requires that the deceleration lamp IS a solid light rather than a flashing light.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the electrical system to remove the flashing function or install a new programmable logic controller (plc) which will make the lamps burn steady free of charge. the recall began on march 5, 2007. owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.
On certain transit buses, the center axle wheel end brakes may not release after being parked for an extended period of time.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The driver could lose control of the vehicle when driving away from a parked position, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
New flyer will install an additional air system R14 relay valve, #4 notch automatic slack adjusters, and type 30 long stoke brake chambers on the center axle; the logic control module will be reprogrammed, add new ABS components (sensors, speed rings and harnesses) if not already equipped with ABS; and will revise plc programming. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Brakes fail to release, bus jack-knifes
This investigation was prompted by a transit fleet, which informed odi in november, 2003, that they were experiencing brake problems on their high floor articulating style buses.in the letter, the fleet stated that they had experienced over 50 incidents where the rear brakes failed to release during morning pullout…
This investigation was prompted by a transit fleet, which informed odi in november, 2003, that they were experiencing brake problems on their high floor articulating style buses.in the letter, the fleet stated that they had experienced over 50 incidents where the rear brakes failed to release during morning pullout from their parking location.they alleged that there had been three crashes resulting in property damge as the result of this sticking brake phenomenon.the crashes originate when the middle axle brakes fail to release and the rear engine vehicle pushes the middle axle resulting in a jack-knife condition of the articulated bus. As a result of odi'sinvestigation, new flyer has agreed to initiate a safety recall and correct this condition on all affected buses.the action taken by new flyer IS sufficient to resolve the issue raised by this investigation. A copy of the recallis attached.accordingly, this investigation IS closed.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10128680This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
- 10128679This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
- 10002235Replace the existing leveling valve brackets on a d60hf for centre and rear axles on the curbside only. The new bracket will have 3 sets of holes for mounting the leveling valve.
- 635901Information on replacing the spigot bearinga nd gear-to-case bolts on hf rear differential on d60hf models.
- 613921Subject regarding replacement of the sensitive edge inner door seals on the exit door.
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