Boris' bus launch overshadowed by door issues It was supposed to be a proud moment for Boris Johnson, as the so-called 'Boris bus' enjoyed its maiden voyage around London. However, the all-new routemaster, servicing the 38 bus route, was besieged by problems - ranging from stalling in North London, to a door that refused to close. Eventually TFL sent a recovery vehicle to follow the new bus. Eight of the new look routemasters will hit London's roads before July after the Mayor vowed to bring back the iconic buses.