1993 New Flyer D40lf problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 1993 New Flyer D40lf — 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

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

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NCAP overall

How does 1993 compare to other D40lf years?

D40lf NHTSA complaints by model year, 1993 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 1993 New Flyer D40lf have recalls?

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

01V074000SuspensionMarch 7, 2001 · 469 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRANSIT BUSES. FIVE (5) FRONT RADIUS RODS INSTALLED IN THESE BUSES HAVE FAILED.

Consequence

A FAILURE OF A FRONT RADIUS ROD COULD CAUSE A SHIFT IN THE FRONT AXLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE RADIUS ROD. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 1, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-982-8181.

1993 New Flyer D40lf — common questions

Is the 1993 New Flyer D40lf 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 1993 New Flyer D40lf have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1993 New Flyer D40lf. 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 1993 compare to other D40lf years?

Does the 1993 New Flyer D40lf have recalls?

1993 New Flyer D40lf — common questions

Is the 1993 New Flyer D40lf reliable?

Does the 1993 New Flyer D40lf have recalls?

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