How many recalls does the 2015 New Flyer Xt40 have?

The 2015 New Flyer Xt40 has 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2015 New Flyer Xt40 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2015 New Flyer Xt40?

Of 3 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is electrical system.

2015 New Flyer Xt40 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2015 New Flyer Xt40 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,790 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

STEERING 22V943000 2022-12-20 746 affected

Defect

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.

Consequence

A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 16V223000 2016-04-19 1,897 affected

Defect

New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2013 C40LFR, XN35, 2014-2016 XD35, XD60, XDE40, 2015-2016 XD40, XDE60, 2014 XDE35, 2013-2015 XE40, 2013-2016 XN40, XN60, and 2014-2015 XT40, and XT60 transit buses. These buses have an Electric Transit Operator (ETO) controller that controls the…

Consequence

If the rear bus door opens unexpectedly while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers.

Remedy

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install a firmware upgrade, and replace the roller bracket plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R16-005.

STRUCTURE 15V333000 2015-06-01 1,147 affected

Defect

New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2013 C40LFR, XE40, XN35, and XN60, 2014 XD35, XDE40, and XT60, 2014-2015 XD60, and XT40, 2013-2014 XDE35, and XN40, and 2015 XDE60 transit buses. These vehicles have door controller assemblies that may have a software defect which can cause the…

Consequence

If the rear bus door opens while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers.

Remedy

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will update the Door Controller Assembly software, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2015. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R15-006.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

STRUCTURE:BODY

Total complaints3

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“I am an attorney in the seattle area and my client, while at work performing maintenance on a certain new flyer bus/coach, was electrically shocked/electrocuted/injured. I believe that this bus was part of a batch that were put into service and on the road and carrying passengers with the…”

STRUCTURE:BODY · reported 2016-06-06

“I am an attorney in the seattle area and my client, while at work performing maintenance on a certain new flyer bus/coach, was electrically shocked/electrocuted/injured. I believe that this bus was part of a batch that were put into service and on the road and carrying passengers with the…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2016-06-06

“I am an attorney in the seattle area and my client, while at work performing maintenance on a certain new flyer bus/coach, was electrically shocked/electrocuted/injured. I believe that this bus was part of a batch that were put into service and on the road and carrying passengers with the…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2016-06-06

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2015 New Flyer Xt40 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.