NHTSA Recall 02V112000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 480 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the New Flyer C35LF.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V112000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS |
| Report received | May 22, 2002 |
| Owner notification | July 1, 2002 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain low floor buses, the power steering hose was incorrectly installed.
Safety risk
The hose can leak, creating the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hose. Owner notification began july 1, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-228-8984.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V112000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer C35LF | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| New Flyer C40LF | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| New Flyer D35LF | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
| New Flyer D40LF | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.