1996 New Flyer D30lf problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 1996 New Flyer D30lf — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

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Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1996 compare to other D30lf years?

D30lf NHTSA complaints by model year, 1996 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 1996 New Flyer D30lf have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07V068000LightingFebruary 23, 2007 · 1,707 units

Defect

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.

98V138000SeatsJune 23, 1998 · 163 units

Defect

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.

1996 New Flyer D30lf — common questions

Is the 1996 New Flyer D30lf reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1996 New Flyer D30lf have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1996 New Flyer D30lf. 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 1996 compare to other D30lf years?

Does the 1996 New Flyer D30lf have recalls?

1996 New Flyer D30lf — common questions

Is the 1996 New Flyer D30lf reliable?

Does the 1996 New Flyer D30lf have recalls?

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