NHTSA Recall 10V343000: Equipment
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 145 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the New Flyer C40LFR.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V343000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | July 22, 2010 |
| Owner notification | August 15, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2008 c40lfr, d40lf and de60lf heavy duty transit buses, as well as model year 2009 de60lfa heavy duty transit buses. The passenger assist grab strap handles have experienced multiple failures in the field.
Safety risk
Failure of a passenger assist grab strap handle could result in a passenger falling and being injured.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing passenger assist grab strap handles with an improved product free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4876.
Notes
Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V343000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer C40LFR | 2008 |
| New Flyer D40LF | 2008 |
| New Flyer DE60LF | 2008 |
| New Flyer DE60LFA | 2009 |
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.