EQUIPMENT
Published October 22, 2013 · Recall initiated: September 20, 2013
What's the hazard
New Flyer Industries is recalling certain model year 2012 XN40 transit buses manufactured October 30, 2012, through November 27, 2012, and equipped with certain Sportworks Northwest Apex 3 bicycle racks. In the affected racks, cracks may develop where the latch tube is welded to the pivot tabs connected to the frame. Over time, the cracks may lead to separation of the latch tube and latch handle.
What to do
New Flyer will notify owners and Sportworks Northwest will replace the frames under warranty, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-800-665-2637 or Sportworks at 1-888-861-0555 ext. 2. New Flyer's campaign number is R13-022.
Recall details
- Brand
- NEW FLYER
- Model
- XN40
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America, Inc.
- Lot
- 2012 NEW FLYER XN40
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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