Does the 1996 New Flyer D40LF have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, steering, seats. 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 1996 New Flyer D40LF 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 1996 New Flyer D40LF?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1996 New Flyer D40LF recalls

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

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

For the 1996 New Flyer D40LF. 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.

Has your New Flyer been repaired?

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.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A New Flyer dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1996 New Flyer D40LF recalls, newest first

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

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

June 23, 1998NHTSA 98V138000163 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary: Vehicle description: transit buses. A tether strap on the driver's seat was omitted. This does not comply with the strength requirements of FMVSS no. 207, seating systems."
Consequence: The driver seat may not adequately restrain the driver in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: The owner will be provided with parts, instructions and repair assistance as required. The owner will install the missing tether straps.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 6, 1997NHTSA 96V17800952 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary: Vehicle description: buses equipped with isringhausen seats in the driver position. Two welds located on the back rest adjustment side of the seat frame did not meet the manufacturer's specifications.
Consequence: If these welds were not to specification, back rest loads could cause the welds to fail. The back rest would disengage from the seat frame allowing loss of support to the driver's torso and possibly causing loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy: Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will inspect these seats and replace the seat frame assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1996 New Flyer D40LF were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1996 New Flyer D40LF have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, steering, seats. 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 1996 New Flyer D40LF 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 1996 New Flyer D40LF?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.