New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010 GE35LFR and GE40LFR transit buses, equipped with Ricon 3-Minute Urban Transit Bus egress window sets. The composition of the material used to cast the handle that opens the egress window is incorrect, resulting in a reduction in material strength. The handle(s) on the emergency egress passenger windows may break before the window latch is released.
New Flyer of America – Emergency Window Egress Handles
| Report Received Date | 10/17/2012 |
| NHTSA ID | 12V515000 |
| Consequence Summary | In the event the egress window fails during an actual emergency situation, passengers may be trapped in the vehicle placing them at risk of injury. |
| Corrective Action | New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handles free of charge. The recall began on November 1, 2012. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-982-8400 for more information. |
| Recall Code | R12-030 |
| Potentially Affected | 11 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=12V515000) |
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