Recall 12V515000: 2010 New Flyer GE35LFR, 2010 New Flyer GE40LFR
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 17, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 11
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010 GE35LFR and GE40LFR transit buses, equipped with Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus egress window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handle that opens the egress window is incorrect, resulting in a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.
The risk
In the event the egress window fails during an actual emergency situation, passengers may be trapped in the vehicle placing them at risk of injury.
The fix
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handles free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2012. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-982-8400 for more information.
Notes
New Flyer's campaign recall number is R12-030. 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
- 2010 New Flyer GE35LFR
- 2010 New Flyer GE40LFR
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V515000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R12-030
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer Industries Ltd.
- Owner letters
- Nov 1, 2012
- Components
- Visibility:power window devices and controls (Visibility & Wipers)
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