NHTSA Recall 23V898000
Filed by New Flyer of America, Inc.. Component: Vehicle Speed Control. Reported 2023-12-22. An estimated 211 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2022-2023 XD35, XD40, XN35, XN40, and 2023 XD60, XE35, XE40, and XN60 transit buses. Due to a software error, unintended acceleration may occur during certain conditions.
Risk
Unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
New Flyer will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-022.
Manufacturer campaign number: R23-022
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.