NHTSA Recall 07V012000: Equipment adaptive/mobility
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,421 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the New Flyer C40HF.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V012000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY |
| Report received | January 18, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain transit buses equipped with lift-u wheelchair lifts, it is possible for a person to wedge their feet under the solid bar barrier linkage.
Safety risk
While sitting in a wheel chair a person with no shoes and does not have control of their feet, could twist their feet and get it forced under the linkage which could result in an injury.
Remedy
Lift-u is conducting this recall (please see 06e-093). Owners will receive a free repair kit along with installation instructions free of charge. Owners may contact lift-u at 209-838-2400 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 07V012000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer C40HF | 1995, 1996, 1997 |
| New Flyer D35HF | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995 |
| New Flyer D40HF | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 |
| New Flyer D60HF | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 |
| New Flyer E60HF | 1992, 1993 |
| New Flyer L40HF | 1994 |
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.