NHTSA Recall 05V421000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11 vehicles. It affects 2003–2004 New Flyer D40LF.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V421000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | September 22, 2005 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (ECM) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
Safety risk
In the event of a turbocharger failure there is a possibility of an exhaust or engine compartment fire.
Remedy
New flyer is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5791 or new flyer at 204-934-4876.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V421000
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.