New Flyer Xde40 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 12, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

New Flyer of America, Inc. recalls 2016–2018 New Flyer Xde40, Xde60, Xde35

Recall number

18V615000

Brand / firm

New Flyer

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 386 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of drive can disable the vehicle unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to 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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.