Recall 08V586000: 2004–2007 New Flyer D40LF and 1 other model

Report received

Nov 7, 2008

Manufacturer

New flyer industries ltd

Potentially affected

1,001vehicles

Model years

2004–2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

New flyer is recalling 1,001 my 2004-2007 d40lf, my 2005 d40lfr, and my 2007-2008 d60lfr transit buses equipped with ce niehoff c701a or c703a alternators. Failure of the forward alternator bearing may result in a drop and seizure of the rotating alternator shaft and pulley. Once the pulley is stationary, the alternator drive belt continues to pass over the pulley creating high quantities of belt dust.

Possible consequence

Due to the very high internal temperatures created at the bearing during shaft seizure, the belt dust may ignite, resulting in an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

To increase the potential longevity of the alternator bearings, dealers will incorporate a lower tension belt tensioner and a narrower belt. To prevent thermal ignition in the event of a bearing failure, a lighter duty, narrower belt will shred rather than continue to run over the stationary pulley. The recall began on november 17, 2008. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4803.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2004 New Flyer D40LF0 complaints
• 2005 New Flyer D40LF0 complaints
• 2006 New Flyer D40LF0 complaints
• 2007 New Flyer D40LF0 complaints
• 2007 New Flyer D60LFR0 complaints
• 2008 New Flyer D60LFR1 complaints