Recall 18V615000: 2017 New Flyer XDE35, 2016–2018 New Flyer XDE40, 2016–2018 New Flyer XDE60
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 12, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 386
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
New Flyer of America Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2016-2018 New Flyer XDE60, XDE40, and 2017 XDE35 transit buses, equipped with certain Allison transmission hybrid drive units. The pressure switches on these drive units may fail, possibly resulting in a loss of drive.
The risk
A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
New Flyer will notify owners, and Allison Transmission service centers will replace the C1 and C2 pressure switches, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-014.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2017 New Flyer XDE35
- 2016 New Flyer XDE40
- 2017 New Flyer XDE40
- 2018 New Flyer XDE40
- 2016 New Flyer XDE60
- 2017 New Flyer XDE60
- 2018 New Flyer XDE60
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V615000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R18-014
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America Inc.
- Owner letters
- Sep 25, 2018
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology