New Flyer Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V053000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V053000 by New Flyer Of America, Inc.. Includes 431 affected units, ROOFTOP AIRCONDITIONER EVAPORATOR/FIRE/THERMO KING, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

New flyer is recalling 431 my 1996-2001 d60hf diesel transit buses equipped with a rooftop air conditioning evaporator. the evaporator drain lines make contact with components (ballast assemblies) within the interior lighting panel below the drain line port. this can result in either damage to the drain line, which introduces moisture into the lighting panel, or restriction of the line which results in a back-up and overflow of moisture through the fresh air return vent and back into the lighting panel.

Corrective Action

New flyer will incorporate an elbow fitting into the drain line where it enters the lighting panel from the roof, which will promote clearance between the line and the ballast assembly. the recall began on february 6, 2008. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4803.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V053000

Manufacturer: New Flyer Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-02-05T00:00:00

Subject: Rooftop airconditioner evaporator/fire/thermo king

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 431

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: New flyer is recalling 431 my 1996-2001 d60hf diesel transit buses equipped with a rooftop air conditioning evaporator. the evaporator drain lines make contact with components (ballast assemblies) within the interior lighting panel below the drain line port. this can result in either damage to the drain line, which introduces moisture into the lighting panel, or restriction of the line which results in a back-up and overflow of moisture through the fresh air return vent and back into the lighting panel.

Consequence Summary: Moisture in sufficient quantities within the lighting panel may result in a shorting of the electrical components and a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action: New flyer will incorporate an elbow fitting into the drain line where it enters the lighting panel from the roof, which will promote clearance between the line and the ballast assembly. the recall began on february 6, 2008. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4803.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-gein-acnf-wtb5

NHTSA ID: 08V053000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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