Does the 2003 New Flyer D40LF have any recalls?

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: interior lighting, exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling, power train. 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 2003 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 2003 New Flyer D40LF?

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

2003 New Flyer D40LF recalls

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

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

For the 2003 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.

2003 New Flyer D40LF recalls, newest first

September 24, 2009NHTSA 09V3670001,412 vehicles potentially affected

Interior lighting

Summary: New flyer is recalling certain model year 2002 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between may 2002 and September 2009 equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Consequence: A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
Remedy: New flyer will notify owners and repair the buses free of charge. The safety recall began on OCTOBER2, 2009. Owners may contact new flyer customer services at 1-204-934-4876.

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

September 22, 2005NHTSA 05V42100011 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system

Summary: On certain transit buses manufactured with detroit diesel series 50 engines, the electronic control module (ECM) will need to be reprogrammed to activate the exhaust temperature sensor.
Consequence: In the event of a turbocharger failure there is a possibility of an exhaust or engine compartment fire.
Remedy: New flyer is working with detroit diesel to reprogram the engines. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 1-313-592-5791 or new flyer at 204-934-4876.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 16, 2005NHTSA 05V10000028 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary: On certain transit buses equipped with webasto heaters, the burner tubes are made of material that does not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.
Consequence: Should the burner tube fail, the coolant heater could overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the suspected defective parts free of charge. The recall began on March 15, 2005. Owners may contact new flyer at customer services at 204-934-4874.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 17, 2004NHTSA 04V07600078 vehicles potentially affected

Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines

Summary: On certain transit buses equipped with a voith transmission, the cooler line can rub on the auxiliary heater exhaust.
Consequence: This could cause a transmission fluid leak. If the fluid leaks onto the hot exhaust system it could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the transmission cooler hose assembly and add a fitting to promote additional clearance. Owner notification began during February 2004. Owners should contact new flyer at 1-204-982-8400.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2003 New Flyer D40LF were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2003 New Flyer D40LF have any recalls?: 5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: interior lighting, exterior lighting, engine and engine cooling, power train. 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 2003 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 2003 New Flyer D40LF?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.