NHTSA Recall 23V897000
Filed by New Flyer of America, Inc.. Component: Vehicle Speed Control. Reported 2023-12-22. An estimated 246 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35, XE40 and 2023 XE60 battery electric 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 were mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-023.
Manufacturer campaign number: R23-023
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.