NHTSA Recall 03V248000: Quick release valve (service brakes)
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LIMITED reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 267 vehicles. It affects 1999–2001 New Flyer D60HF.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V248000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › QUICK RELEASE VALVE |
| Report received | July 14, 2003 |
| Owner notification | July 17, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems." the service brake release timing and park brake apply timing are out of compliance with the standard.
Safety risk
These vehicles do not comply with federal standards.
Remedy
To resolve the issue of noncompliance with the service brake release timing, dealers will re-route the redundant signal line to the center axle relay valve and the center and rear relay valves will be swapped. Owner notification began july 17, 2003. Owners should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.
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 03V248000
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.