NHTSA Recall 15V485000: Pressure relief devices (fuel system)
New Flyer Industries Ltd. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Nabi 40LFW.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V485000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | R15-012 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES |
| Report received | August 4, 2015 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2014 NABI 42BRT transit buses manufactured from December 19, 2014, through June 6, 2015, and 2014-2015 NABI 40LFW transit buses manufactured from September 11, 2014, through June 3, 2015. The affected buses are powered with compressed natural gas (CNG) and are equipped with pressure relief devices (PRD) that may not function as designed, failing to vent a buildup of pressure, such as could occur if the CNG tank was exposed to fire.
Safety risk
If the PRD does not activate in the event of a build up of pressure, the CNG tank may explode, increasing the risk of fire and injury.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners, and Agility, supplier of the CNG system, will replace the PRDs, free of charge. The recall began on August 17, 2015. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-1251. New Flyer's number for this recall is R15-012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V485000
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.