Brakes overheating
Defect Summary
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 transit buses, models c40lf, c40lfr, d35lfr, d40lfr, d60lfr, xd35, xd40, xde35, xde40, and xn40. Air pressure may leak from the parking brake chambers causing the parking brakes to drag while the vehicle is driven.
Safety Consequence
If the brakes drag, they may overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action
New flyer will notify the owners and the affected brake chambers will be replaced, free of charge. the recall began on november 13, 2012. owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-224-6706 for more information.
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FAQ: Recall 12V518000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V518000?
NHTSA recall 12V518000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on October 25, 2012. It addresses: Brakes overheating. The recall affects approximately 1,041 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 12V518000 or the manufacturer campaign number R12-031. 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.