Recall 23V083000: 2021–2022 New Flyer XE35, 2021–2023 New Flyer XE40, 2021–2022 New Flyer XE60
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 15, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 219
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XE35, 2021-2023 XE40, and 2021-2022 XE60 electric buses. One or more battery packs may accumulate liquid in the battery pack enclosure.
The risk
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure may lead to an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
If liquid accumulation is found, the bus should not be operated, and should be parked outside and away from structures until repaired. Dealers will add four holes and automatic activating drain valves to each battery pack enclosure, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-002.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2021 New Flyer XE35
- 2022 New Flyer XE35
- 2021 New Flyer XE40
- 2022 New Flyer XE40
- 2023 New Flyer XE40
- 2021 New Flyer XE60
- 2022 New Flyer XE60
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V083000
- Manufacturer campaign
- R23-002
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- May 3, 2023
- Components
- Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:thermal management:fluid/coolant (Electrical System)
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