Recall 12V466000: 2005–2006 New Flyer C40LF, 2006 New Flyer C40LFR
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 24, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 163
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 C40LF and 2006 C40LFR transit buses, equipped with John Deere 8.1 liter turbocharged, compressed natural gas engines, model number 6081HFN04, manufactured from June 2002 through January 2008. Failures can occur within the engine turbocharger. The turbine or compressor wheel may fail, resulting in damage to the engine and/or an oil leak.
The risk
Failure of the turbine or compressor wheel may result in smoke, fire, or stalling; possibly leading to a vehicle crash.
The fix
The remedy for this issue is still under development. An interim letter was mailed on October 3, 2012. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-224-1251.
Notes
New Flyer's recall campaign number is R12-025.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.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 New Flyer C40LF
- 2006 New Flyer C40LF
- 2006 New Flyer C40LFR
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V466000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R12-025
- Manufacturer
- NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/supercharger (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
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