New Flyer D40LF problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 8 recalls on file for the New Flyer D40LF (2005–2010).
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 8
- Model years
- 6
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every New Flyer D40LF model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 D40LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2009 D40LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2008 D40LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | — |
| 2007 D40LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | — |
| 2006 D40LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2005 D40LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
New Flyer D40LF recalls
Risk: Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: 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.
Risk: If debris resulting from drive shaft failure enters the passenger compartment, it may result in injury to the bus occupants.
Risk: Separation of the driveshaft and output flange from the vehicle creates the potential for bodily injury of bystanders and/or property damage.
Risk: 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.
Risk: Failure of a radius rod bracket assembly may result in restricted steering capability increasing the risk of vehicle crash, injury or death.
Risk: Failure of a passenger assist grab strap handle could result in a passenger falling and being injured.
Risk: Failure of the drive shaft access panel to maintain passenger compartment integrity could result in injury or death.
Other New Flyer models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology