Vehicle recall 08V053000 · February 5, 2008

1996-2001 New Flyer D60HF

The evaporator drain lines make contact with components (ballast assemblies) within the interior lighting panel below the drain line port.

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

Summary: New flyer is recalling 431 my 1996-2001 D60HF diesel transit buses equipped with a rooftop air conditioning evaporator. The evaporator drain lines make contact with components (ballast assemblies) within the interior lighting panel below the drain line port. This can result in either damage to the drain line, which introduces moisture into the lighting panel, or restriction of the line which results in a back-up and overflow of moisture through the fresh air return vent and back into the lighting panel.
Consequence: Moisture in sufficient quantities within the lighting panel may result in a shorting of the electrical components and a vehicle fire.
Remedy: New flyer will incorporate an elbow fitting into the drain line where it enters the lighting panel from the roof, which will promote clearance between the line and the ballast assembly. The recall began on February 6, 2008. Owners may contact new flyer at 1-204-934-4803.
Notes: Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 08V053000
Reported to NHTSA: February 5, 2008
Filed by: NEW FLYER INDUSTRIES LTD
Owner notification: February 6, 2008
Vehicles potentially affected: 431
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner

Recall 08V053000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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New Flyer D60HF (1996-2001): 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996

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