New Flyer Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #02V170000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V170000 by New Flyer Of America, Inc.. Includes 356 affected units, NEW FLYER/WHEELS, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain low floor transit buses, the custom wheel paint thickness was out of specification and the wheel paint type changes from a glass state to a rubber state around the brake temperatures.

Corrective Action

New flyer dealers will replace the wheels, wheel studs, and modify the front air brake circuit to reduce the rear wheel brake temperature. owner notification began june 30, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-224-6351.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V170000
Manufacturer: New Flyer Of America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2002-07-01T00:00:00
Subject: New flyer/wheels
Component: Wheels
Potentially Affected Units: 356

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain low floor transit buses, the custom wheel paint thickness was out of specification and the wheel paint type changes from a glass state to a rubber state around the brake temperatures.
Consequence Summary: This can result in a loss of wheel nut torque, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: New flyer dealers will replace the wheels, wheel studs, and modify the front air brake circuit to reduce the rear wheel brake temperature. owner notification began june 30, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-224-6351.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 02V170000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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