New Flyer Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #08V296000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V296000 by New Flyer Of America, Inc.. Includes 319 affected units, PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROL MODULES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

New flyer is recalling 319 my 2008 c40lf, c40lfr, d35lf, d40lf, d41lf, d61lfr, de41lf, de61lf, e40lfr, ge40lfr, and de41lfr transit buses equipped with parker hannifin (vansco) control modules. a certain batch of the programmable logic control modules may have a manufacturing defect. this defect could produce erratic behavior of certain input/output signals to and from the affected module. this erratic behavior could potentially impact certain functions such as the headlights, brake lights, throttle control, and control of the articulated joint.

Corrective Action

The affected modules will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 14, 2008. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V296000

Manufacturer: New Flyer Of America, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2008-07-03T00:00:00

Subject: Programmable logic control modules

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 319

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R08-022

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: New flyer is recalling 319 my 2008 c40lf, c40lfr, d35lf, d40lf, d41lf, d61lfr, de41lf, de61lf, e40lfr, ge40lfr, and de41lfr transit buses equipped with parker hannifin (vansco) control modules. a certain batch of the programmable logic control modules may have a manufacturing defect. this defect could produce erratic behavior of certain input/output signals to and from the affected module. this erratic behavior could potentially impact certain functions such as the headlights, brake lights, throttle control, and control of the articulated joint.

Consequence Summary: Failure of the module to properly control the vehicle sub-systems could result in vehicle crash, injury or death.

Corrective Action: The affected modules will be replaced free of charge. the recall began on july 14, 2008. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-s6sb_hnmm~jr5n

NHTSA ID: 08V296000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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