Recall
New Flyer Ge40lfr — 12V515000
NHTSA ID
12V515000
Make
New Flyer
Model
Ge40lfr
Years Affected
2010
Recall Date
2012-10-17
Component
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Units Affected
11
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
R12-030
Summary
New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010 GE35LFR and GE40LFR transit buses, equipped with Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus egress window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handle that opens the egress window is incorrect, resulting in a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.
Consequence
In the event the egress window fails during an actual emergency situation, passengers may be trapped in the vehicle placing them at risk of injury.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handles free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2012. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-982-8400 for more information.