NHTSA Recall 11V237000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
NEW FLYER OF AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,123 vehicles. It affects 9 models including the New Flyer C35LFR.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V237000 |
|---|---|
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | April 14, 2011 |
| Owner notification | April 29, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 low floor transit buses produced from may 24, 2007, through march 1, 2011 and equipped with teeter lever assemblies. There is insufficient engagement between the teeter lever base and the cam plate.
Safety risk
Failure of the teeter lever assembly will cause the rear side exit door to operate improperly. A passenger leaning on or forced against the door could fall through the door and sustain injuries.
Remedy
New flyer is working with the manufacturer of the teeter lever assemblies, vapor bus, to repair the affected buses free of charge. Please see vapor bus defect report 11e-010. The safety recall began on april 29, 2011. Owners may contact vapor bus at 1-847-777-6450 or new flyer customer services at 1-204-934-4874.
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 11V237000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| New Flyer C35LFR | 2009 |
| New Flyer C40LF | 2008 |
| New Flyer C40LFR | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| New Flyer D35LF | 2010 |
| New Flyer D35LFR | 2007, 2009, 2010 |
| New Flyer D40LF | 2007, 2008 |
| New Flyer D40LFR | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| New Flyer DE35LFR | 2011 |
| New Flyer DE40LFR | 2010 |
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.