Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V296000 Reported July 3, 2008

Programmable logic control modules

New Flyer Of America, Inc. · N/A · 319 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V296000
Manufacturer Campaign
R08-022
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
319
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 3, 2008

Defect Summary

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 erratic behavior could potentially impact certain functions such as the headlights, brake lights, throttle control, and control of the articulated joint.

Safety Consequence

Failure of the module to properly control the vehicle sub-systems could result in vehicle crash, injury or death.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 08V296000 or campaign R08-022.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 08V296000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08V296000?

NHTSA recall 08V296000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on July 3, 2008. It addresses: Programmable logic control modules. The recall affects approximately 319 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V296000 or the manufacturer campaign number R08-022. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.