NHTSA Recall 18V615000
Filed by New Flyer of America, Inc.. Component: Power Train. Reported 2018-09-12. An estimated 386 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.