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1998 New Flyer C40LF recalls

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

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

For the 1998 New Flyer C40LF. 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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1998 New Flyer C40LF recalls, newest first

June 11, 2007NHTSA 07V2680001,768 vehicles potentially affected

Steering

Summary
On certain transit buses, the u-joint assemblies have inadequate spline engagement on one of the two end yokes.
Consequence
Excessive play in the steering system could develop and, if not corrected, cause a loss of steering control which could result in a crash.
Remedy
The u-joint assembly will be inspected and replaced if necessary. The recall began on June 10, 2007. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4874.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 23, 2007NHTSA 07V0680001,707 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Summary
Certain transit buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps reflective devices, and associated equipment." the flashing deceleration lamps were an optional item for some of these buses.
Consequence
The standard requires that the deceleration lamp is a solid light rather than a flashing light.
Remedy
Dealers will rewire the electrical system to remove the flashing function or install a new programmable logic controller (plc) which will make the lamps burn steady free of charge. The recall began on March 5, 2007. Owners may contact new flyer at 204-934-4874.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 4, 2005NHTSA 05V045000805 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Other fuel types › Turbo/supercharger

Summary
On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the turbocharger compressor wheel can break, resulting in shaft imbalance and lubricating oil passes into the exhaust system.
Consequence
This can result in an engine compartment fire, possibly resulting in personal injuries.
Remedy
Detroit diesel is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Dealers will install an exhaust temperature sensor and reprogram the emc calibration free of charge. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or new flyer at 204-982-8400.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 22, 2002NHTSA 02V112000480 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Summary
On certain low floor buses, the power steering hose was incorrectly installed.
Consequence
The hose can leak, creating the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hose. Owner notification began July 1, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-228-8984.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 14, 2002NHTSA 02V0590011,771 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body › Door

Summary
On certain low floor transit buses equipped with adhesively bonded aluminum bus door panels, due to an imperfect bonding of the door panel skin to the panel frame, environmental moisture may infiltrate regions of imperfect bonding and cause separation of the frame and door panel.
Consequence
Under these conditions, if the panel is separating or has separated, a passenger could fall from the bus onto the roadway, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
Remedy
Vapor will notify customers to have their buses inspected and will install mechanical fasteners to attach the skins to the frame elements free of charge. Owner notification began December 10, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vapor corporation at 847-967-8300 or new flyer at 1-204-224-1251.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 22, 2001NHTSA 01V2650001,552 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Summary
Vehicle description: transit buses. The clamp nuts for the center link tie rods may have been inadequately tightened.
Consequence
Inadequately tightened clamp nuts could lead to the tie rods separating from the center link possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
New flyer will will inspect the tie rod end clamp lock nuts to ensure that the nuts are properly tightened. Any damaged tie rods will be replaced. Owner notification began September 17, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8181.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 22, 2001NHTSA 01V160000978 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension

Summary
Vehicle description: transit buses. There could be a casting defect in the left side spring tower. The spring towers support the vehicle structure, and failure of a tower could cause a sudden shift in the front axle.
Consequence
This condition could lead to loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the spring tower. Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8181.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 30, 2001NHTSA 01V0330062,100 vehicles potentially affected

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

Summary
Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with vanner 60 series battery equalizers. The equalizer could fail to operate properly and cause malfunction of the battery charging system.
Consequence
Without fusing, the equalizer may melt, burn, or smoke, possibly resulting in a fire or a smoke filled bus, thus necessitating a passenger evacuation of the bus. The failure mode can cause operator distraction, and/or possible personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the buses for certain equalizers by the date code. The affected equalizers will be replaced by vanner. New flyer is conducting the owner notification for this campaign. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact vanner at 1-800-227-6937 or new flyer at 1-204-982-8413.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 15, 2000NHTSA 00V275000206 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
Vehicle description: certain transit buses equipped with ABS fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 121, "air brake systems." the rear brake release time can exceed the requirements.
Consequence
A slow brake release can cause premature brake wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The repair will involve installing a quick release valve or increasing the size of the rear brake control line.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1998 New Flyer C40LF were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1998 New Flyer C40LF have any recalls?
10 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling, structure, suspension, electrical system. 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 1998 New Flyer C40LF recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a New Flyer 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 1998 New Flyer C40LF?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.