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1979 Flxible Transit Coach recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

13 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1979 Flxible Transit Coach. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

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1979 Flxible Transit Coach recalls, newest first

June 25, 1982NHTSA 82V06500089 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary
The section that carries the power cables from the batteries to the engine (called the "hat" section) could fracture causing the main power cable to chafe.
Remedy
The end support will be removed from the "hat" section and a component called a stiffener will be added. Also, the cables will be repositioned, without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 1, 1981NHTSA 81V1450001,585 vehicles potentially affected

Unknown or other

Summary
The set-screw may not be positioned correctly, allowing the drive key to slide out of the hub and the hub and sprocket to disengage. This would cause the wheelchair platform to fall to the ground without prior warning.
Remedy
Wheelchair lift will be inspected for the correct positioning of the set-screw. If necessary, the drive key will be tack welded into the drive hex without charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 1, 1981NHTSA 81V067000679 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary
Under certain operating road conditions, the power cables contained in a tube between the batteries and the engine can move freely. This movement could cause the main power cable to chafe, leading to an electrical short.
Remedy
The present wiring channel will be replaced and insulating type supporting blocks will be added without charge to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 30, 1981NHTSA 81V0130002,628 vehicles potentially affected

Structure

Summary
Cracks may develop in the trunnion to which the apex of the "a-frame" is attached. These cracks may progress to the point that the trunnion could fail and the a-frame could separate from it. If this occurs, the a-frame could come into contact with the conduit carrying air, as well as the electrical and fuel lines.
Remedy
Trunnion will be inspected for cracks and, if possible, cracks will be repaired as an interim measure. All trunnions will be reinforced by grumman; any deformed trunnions will be replaced with a reinforced part. Repairs will be performed at no charge.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 7, 1980NHTSA 80V1050001,727 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary
The power cables leading from the batteries of the involved vehicles are subject to a chafing condition, which, if undetected or not corrected can cause wear to the cable insulation.
Remedy
To prevent chafing of the battery cables, the dealer will install four battery clamps, two each on the battery hold down bar and the fuel bolster bracket, and install pieces of rubber hose insulation onto the larger power cables. This will be done at no expense to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 9, 1980NHTSA 80V043000830 vehicles potentially affected

Unknown or other

Summary
The chain drive weldment may fail under a lift load allowing the wheelchair platform to fall to the ground. Also, the top knuckle joint weldment may contain defective welds.
Remedy
Manufacturer will provide the parts necessary to repair wheelchair lifts and will reimburse for labor costs.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 14, 1979NHTSA 79V259000345 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood

Summary
The alternating current power wire, which supplies power to the condenser fan motors, may have been grounded by chafing of the insulation against the cable clamp and clamp contact of the transmission oil filter flexline. This could cause the condenser fan motor wire to overheat.
Remedy
The harness and power feed wiring will be rerouted and the cable clamps will be relocated.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 20, 1979NHTSA 79V264000742 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Door

Summary
The involved vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retension components". The extension spring that attaches the spring bracket to the valve arm at the front door entrance engine assembly may not maintain the door in an open position when the emergency "t" handle is pulled. This allows the extension spring to retract and the door to close when the "t" handle is released.
Remedy
Dealer will install a new emergency release mechanism at no cost to owner.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 19, 1979NHTSA 79V250000808 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
The nylon hose that connects the quick release valve and the anchor coupling at the rear of the front axle was found to be excessively long. When the bus executes extreme right and left turns, the curbside nylon brake hose interferes with the tire. This intermittent interference will cause the nylon hose to chafe and ultimately fail.
Remedy
Dealer will inspect the nylon hose for chafing or interference and, if necessary, reroute the brake hose. This will be done at no cost to owner.

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November 14, 1979NHTSA 79V26700010,000 vehicles potentially affected

Interior lighting

Summary
The involved vehicles fail to comply to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment". The stepwell lights located at the curbside front entrance door and the rear exit door may generate excessive heat. This heat may be transmitted to the protruding shield located in the passenger entrance and exit area.
Remedy
Dealer will install an additional plastic covershield over the existing shield to eliminate the problem.

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November 6, 1979NHTSA 79V243000808 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Wiring

Summary
It has been determined that the underfloor wire conduit attaching hanger assembly may fatigue and break under certain operating road conditions. Breaking of this assembly allows the wiring conduit to move freely at the unsupported end. This movement could cause chafing of the main power cables, creating the potential for an electrical short circuit. The wire conduit may also impact on the rear suspension "u" bolt attachment.
Remedy
Dealer will install a more rigid conduit support bracket and will reconfigure the wiring and add a positioning clamp which will eliminate the potential for impact with the suspension "u" bolt attachment assembly. Dealer will also add a new conduit support bracket which will eliminate potential for fatigue or breakage of the attaching hanger assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 2, 1979NHTSA 79V241000915 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air › Controls › Foot control/valve

Summary
Foreign material may collect under the balance beam of the treadle valve. If debris is allowed to collect and remain under the balance beam, complete actuation of the treadle valve may be impaired. This could lead to brake failure.
Remedy
The treadle valve should be inspected at regular intervals for any foreign material that may have collected. Also, dealer will install a debris displacer under the treadle valve balance beam at no cost to owner.

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Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1979 Flxible Transit Coach were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1979 Flxible Transit Coach have any recalls?
13 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, unknown or other, structure, service brakes, air, interior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1979 Flxible Transit Coach recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Flxible dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1979 Flxible Transit Coach?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.