2006 New Flyer C35lf problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2006 New Flyer C35lf — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

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How does 2006 compare to other C35lf years?

C35lf NHTSA complaints by model year, 2006 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2006 New Flyer C35lf have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

17V130000SuspensionMarch 1, 2017 · 2,357 units

Defect

New Flyer Industries Ltd (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2006 L40LFand DE60LF transit buses, 2006-2007 C35LF, C40LFR, D35LF, D40LFR, D60LFR, DE40LF and DE40LFR transit buses, and 2005-2007 C40LF, D40LF, D60LF, DE60LFA, GE40LF, 2007 D35LFR, and DE60LFR transit buses. These vehicles are equipped with MAN V8-65L axle beams that may have cracks on the upper and/or lower surface, which, over time can cause the axle beam to fail.

Consequence

Failure of the front axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axle beams and determine a repair, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R17-002.

2006 New Flyer C35lf — common questions

Is the 2006 New Flyer C35lf reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2006 New Flyer C35lf have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2006 New Flyer C35lf. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2006 compare to other C35lf years?

Does the 2006 New Flyer C35lf have recalls?

2006 New Flyer C35lf — common questions

Is the 2006 New Flyer C35lf reliable?

Does the 2006 New Flyer C35lf have recalls?

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