NHTSA Recall 05V320000: Turbo/supercharger (engine and engine cooling)
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 321 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the New Flyer D30LF.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V320000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › OTHER FUEL TYPES › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER |
| Report received | July 8, 2005 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain transit buses equipped with detroit diesel series 40 engines, the turbocharger can fail allowing lubricating oil to spill onto the engine.
Safety risk
This can result in a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbocharger to prevent the possibility of an engine compartment fire. Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V320000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer D30LF | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| New Flyer D40LF | 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.