2004 New Flyer DE40LF
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2004 New Flyer DE40LF. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2004 New Flyer DE40LF. Newest first.
On certain transit buses equipped with meritor front axle assemblies, a weld IS missing on the radius rod attachment bracketand the bracket may fatigue and fail while in use.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Bracket failure could result in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brackets free of charge. the recall began on april 6, 2005. owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.
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.
- 10144750This Service Manual Bulletin Provides Updated Preventive Maintenace Interval for the Crankcase Breather Tube Element on Buses Equipped with a Cummins Diesel ISL 07 or ISL 09 Engine.
- 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.
- 10035084New flyer: inspect exhaust tube for leak and alignment. Remove and replace flex connector as required. Models 40FT, 60FT, dsl, CNG, elec. No model years listed.
- 10035064New flyer: remove steering gears and add plastic slider plates. Models 40FT, 60FT, dsl, elec.
- 10035045New flyer: remove and replace zf transmission breather hose to provide better drip loop. Models 35FT, 40FT, dsl. No model years listed.
- 10035044New flyer: rework def tank. Apply sealant on def line connections. Models 40FT; dsl; elec. No model years listed.
- 10035024New flyer: inspect and retorque steering gear box hardware. Models 40oft; dsl; elec; low floor. No model years listed. Updated 10/24/11.
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