New Flyer · Canada · Low
New Flyer D40LF, E40LF: Brakes
Affects New Flyer D40LF, E40LF · 2004–2005 — about 47 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain buses, the rear service brake relay valve can fail, resulting in a loss of air pressure to the rear brakes. Loss of rear brake application pressure could increase stopping distances, causing a crash. Correction: Owner notification including repair instructions for air brake relay valve replacement will be supplied.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational