No complaints are listed for the 2008 NEW Flyer C40LF. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as NEW FLYER C40LF.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2015-05-18. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 C35LFR, 2008-2013 C40LF, 2008-2013 C40LFR, 2009 L40LFR, 2009 C35LF, 2013-2014 XN35, 2011-2014 XN40, and 2012-2014 XN60 buses, equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breat (excerpt)
Consequence: If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire. (excerpt)
Remedy: Cummins will notify owners on behalf of New Flyer, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 201 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2014-03-04. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: New Flyer Industries Canada ULC (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2009 C35LF and L40LFR, model year 2009-2012 C35LFR, model year 2008-2013 C40LF and C40LFR, model year 2013 XN35, model year 2011-2013 XN40 and model year 2012-2013 XN60 transit buses equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G engines. In the affected vehicles, condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during (excerpt)
Consequence: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe. (excerpt)
Remedy: New Flyer will notify owners, and authorized Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Customers may contact New Flyer at 1-204-934-4876 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. New Flyer's number associated with this recall is R14-006. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2011-04-14. Systems: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2008-07-03. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Defect: NEW FLYER IS RECALLING 319 MY 2008 C40LF, C40LFR, D35LF, D40LF, D41LF, D61LFR, DE41LF, DE61LF, E40LFR, GE40LFR, AND DE41LFR TRANSIT BUSES EQUIPPED WITH PARKER HANNIFIN (VANSCO) CONTROL MODULES. A CERTAIN BATCH OF THE PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROL MODULES MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THIS DEFECT COULD PRODUCE ERRATIC BEHAVIOR OF CERTAIN INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNALS TO AND FROM THE AFFECTED MODULE. THIS (excerpt)
Consequence: FAILURE OF THE MODULE TO PROPERLY CONTROL THE VEHICLE SUB-SYSTEMS COULD RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH, INJURY OR DEATH. (excerpt)
Remedy: THE AFFECTED MODULES WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 14, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-982-8400. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
2 investigations; 0 open.
EA09010
Opened: 2009-06-18. Closed: 2010-11-19.
Air Brake System
INVESTIGATION HAS NOT IDENTIFIED A DEFECT.THERE HAVE BEEN NO REPORTED COMPLAINTS RELATING TO THIS ISSUE SINCE 2006. SEE CLOSING REPORT FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Linked campaign numbers: None listed.
PE09012
Opened: 2009-02-27. Closed: 2009-06-18.
AIR BRAKE SYSTEM
ODI IS CLOSING THIS PRELIMINARY EVALUATION AND OPENING AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS (EA09-010) TO FURTHER IDENTIFY AND EVALUATE THE VEHICLE ENVIRONMENT AND BRAKE SYSTEM FACTORS THAT MAY BE CAUSING OR CONTRIBUTING TO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE PERFORMANCE IN CERTAIN VEHICLES.
Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Linked campaign numbers: None listed.
Manufacturer communications
9 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
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| ENGINE | 2 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 1 |
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| STEERING | 1 |
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| SUSPENSION | 1 |
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10175959
Date: 2020-05-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, EQUIPMENT.
Service Manual Bulletin - Changes to Cummins ISLG and L9N engine oil specifications and oil change intervals.
10174502
Date: 2020-04-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Technical Service Information Bulletin describing changes to the Cummins ISLG, L9N, ISB6.7G and B6.7N engine oil specifications.
10128679
Date: 2018-01-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
10128680
Date: 2018-01-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
10094380
Date: 2014-06-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REPLACE ENGINE BELT GUARD AND TRANSMISSION DIPSTICK BRACKET.
10095243
Date: 2012-12-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REMOVE & REPLACE EXHAUST FLEX CONNECTOR.
10110563
Date: 2012-12-31. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Technical Instruction to Remove & Replace Exhaust Flex Connector.
10039659
Date: 2011-04-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING, SUSPENSION.
NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES: CORRECT TORQUE FOR FRONT AXLE TIE RODS. *RM
10031224
Date: 2009-12-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
NEW FLYER: INSTALL REAR BRAKE CHAMBER PUSH ROD REINFORCEMENT TUBE. MODELS 40FT, AND CNG LOW FLOOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE