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NHTSA Recall 04V076000: Cooling unit and lines (power train)

NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 78 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 New Flyer D40LF.

78
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2004
owners notified (February 23)
NHTSA campaign04V076000
Manufacturer campaignITS-2271
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Report receivedFebruary 17, 2004
Owner notificationFebruary 23, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain transit buses equipped with a voith transmission, the cooler line can rub on the auxiliary heater exhaust.

Safety risk

This could cause a transmission fluid leak. If the fluid leaks onto the hot exhaust system it could result in a vehicle fire.

Remedy

Dealers will modify the transmission cooler hose assembly and add a fitting to promote additional clearance. Owner notification began during february 2004. Owners should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

Notes

New flyer recall no. Its-2271.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 04V076000

Make and modelModel years
New Flyer D40LF2002, 2003

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.