New Flyer · United States · High
New Flyer GE40LFA, GE40LF +4 more: Power train — driveshaft
Affects New Flyer GE40LFA, GE40LF, D40LF, GE40LFR, GE35LFR, H40LFR · 2005–2010 — about 247 vehicles.
The hazard
SEPARATION OF THE DRIVESHAFT AND OUTPUT FLANGE FROM THE VEHICLE CREATES THE POTENTIAL FOR BODILY INJURY OF BYSTANDERS AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
What to do
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DRIVE LINE COMPONENTS AND REPLACE THE OUTPUT FLANGE BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-934-4876.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational