Recall 98V138000: 1996–1997 New Flyer D40LF

Report received

Jun 23, 1998

Manufacturer

New flyer of america, inc.

Potentially affected

163vehicles

Model years

1996–1997

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

Vehicle description: transit buses. A tether strap on the driver's seat was omitted. This does not comply with the strength requirements of fmvss no. 207, seating systems."

Possible consequence

The driver seat may not adequately restrain the driver in the event of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

The owner will be provided with parts, instructions and repair assistance as required. The owner will install the missing tether straps.

Affected model years

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

• 1996 New Flyer D40LF0 complaints
• 1997 New Flyer D40LF0 complaints