No complaints are listed for the 2007 NEW Flyer DE40LFR. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as NEW FLYER DE40LFR.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2017-03-01. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Defect: New Flyer Industries Ltd (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2006 L40LFand DE60LF transit buses, 2006-2007 C35LF, C40LFR, D35LF, D40LFR, D60LFR, DE40LF and DE40LFR transit buses, and 2005-2007 C40LF, D40LF, D60LF, DE60LFA, GE40LF, 2007 D35LFR, and DE60LFR transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with MAN V8-65L axle beams that may have cracks on the upper and/or lower surface, which, over time can (excerpt)
Consequence: Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle beams and determine a repair, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R17-002. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-12-17. Systems: STRUCTURE.
Defect: New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2011 transit buses, models: C35LF, C40LFR, D35LFR, D40LF, D40LFR, D60LF, D60LFA, D60LFR, DE35LFA, DE40LF, DE40LFA, DE40LFR, DE60LF, DE60LFA, DE60LFR, and XDE40. The drive shaft access panel may have insufficient strength or be not properly secured to the floor. If the drive shaft fails, debris from the driveshaft failure may enter the passenger comp (excerpt)
Consequence: If debris resulting from drive shaft failure enters the passenger compartment, it may result in injury to the bus occupants. (excerpt)
Remedy: New Flyer notification to owners on 01/03/2013. Dealers will install a steel plate under the access panel on affected buses, free of charge. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-224-6706 for more information. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2010-03-09. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: NEW FLYER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 TRANSIT BUSES. THESE MODELS HAVE AN INSPECTION PANEL LOCATED ABOVE THE DRIVE SHAFT IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOORING FOR EASY INSPECTION AND REMOVAL OF THE DRIVE SHAFT. THIS PANEL MAY NOT BE OF SUFFICIENT STRENGTH TO PREVENT FOREIGN MATTER FROM ENTERING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT IN THE EVENT OF A DRIVE SHAFT FAILURE.
Consequence: FAILURE OF THE DRIVE SHAFT ACCESS PANEL TO MAINTAIN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT INTEGRITY COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INCORPORATE AN ENERGY ABSORBING HONEYCOMB MATERIAL TO THE UNDERSIDE OF THE ACCESS PANEL. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 204-934-4874.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2009-09-24. Systems: INTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: NEW FLYER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2002 THROUGH 2009 TRANSIT BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MAY 2002 AND SEPTEMBER 2009 EQUIPPED WITH LUMINATOR HORIZON LED SIDE DESTINATION SIGNS. THE CONNECTOR BOARD CAN CORRODE DUE TO AN ACCUMULATION OF MOISTURE UNDER THE CONNECTOR.
Consequence: A SHORT COULD OCCUR, POSSIBLY CAUSING SMOKE AND FIRE.
Remedy: NEW FLYER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE BUSES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER2, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER CUSTOMER SERVICES AT 1-204-934-4876.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
10 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| POWER TRAIN | 3 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 2 |
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| STEERING | 2 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
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10144750
Date: 2018-08-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
This Service Manual Bulletin Provides Updated Preventive Maintenace Interval for the Crankcase Breather Tube Element on Buses Equipped with a Cummins Diesel ISL 07 or ISL 09 Engine.
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.
10110593
Date: 2013-09-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Technical Instruction to Rework OK6 Transmission Cooler Wire Harness UV Damage.
10110542
Date: 2013-04-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Technical Instruction to Cover EMP OK6 Rooftop Oil Cooler Fan Harnesses.
10035024
Date: 2011-10-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
NEW FLYER: INSPECT AND RETORQUE STEERING GEAR BOX HARDWARE. MODELS 40OFT; DSL; ELEC; LOW FLOOR. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED 10/24/11. *PE
10035084
Date: 2011-02-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
NEW FLYER: INSPECT EXHAUST TUBE FOR LEAK AND ALIGNMENT. REMOVE AND REPLACE FLEX CONNECTOR AS REQUIRED. MODELS 40FT, 60FT, DSL, CNG, ELEC. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
10035045
Date: 2011-02-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
NEW FLYER: REMOVE AND REPLACE ZF TRANSMISSION BREATHER HOSE TO PROVIDE BETTER DRIP LOOP. MODELS 35FT, 40FT, DSL. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
10035064
Date: 2011-02-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING.
NEW FLYER: REMOVE STEERING GEARS AND ADD PLASTIC SLIDER PLATES. MODELS 40FT, 60FT, DSL, ELEC. *PE
10035044
Date: 1999-09-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
NEW FLYER: REWORK DEF TANK. APPLY SEALANT ON DEF LINE CONNECTIONS. MODELS 40FT; DSL; ELEC. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE