New Flyer Of America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V515000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V515000 by New Flyer Of America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2010 ge35lfr and ge40lfr transit buses, equipped with ricon 3-minute urban transit bus egress window sets Includes 11 affected units, Emergency Window Egress Handles, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2010 ge35lfr and ge40lfr transit buses, equipped with ricon 3-minute urban transit bus egress window sets
Defect Summary
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.
Corrective Action
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.