Electrical systemRecall 13V-485 · 2004–2006 New Flyer D40i
New Flyer Industries Ltd. recall 13V-485 covers 57 2004–2006 New Flyer D40i for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on September 20, 2013.
Source: NHTSA recall 13V485000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 D40I transit buses manufactured January 14, 2005, through October 19, 2006, and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers and DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the equalizers and converters, free of charge. The recall began on November 4, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-982-8400. New Flyer's recall number is R13-021.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 14, 2005 to October 19, 2006. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.