Front axle beam may crack
Defect Summary
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 cause the axle beam to fail.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from New Flyer Of America, Inc. or involving Suspension.
FAQ: Recall 17V130000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V130000?
NHTSA recall 17V130000 was issued by New Flyer Of America, Inc. on March 1, 2017. It addresses: Front axle beam may crack. The recall affects approximately 2,357 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized New Flyer Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V130000 or the manufacturer campaign number R17-002. 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.