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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 05V116📅 Mar 29, 2005

2004–2005 New Flyer C35LF & 2004–2005 New Flyer C40LF + 5 more recall: steering

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain transit buses equipped with meritor front axle assemblies, a weld is missing on the radius rod attachment bracketand the bracket may fatigue and fail while in use.

💥 The risk

Bracket failure could result in a crash without prior warning.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the brackets free of charge. The recall began on april 6, 2005. Owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
05V116000
Manufacturer
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD
Vehicles affected
178
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 6, 2005
Built
Apr 1, 2004 – Feb 28, 2005
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 05V116 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 05V116?

2004–2005 New Flyer C35LF & 2004–2005 New Flyer C40LF + 5 more. 178 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized New Flyer dealer to book the free repair.