New Flyer Industries Ltd. is recalling certain 2018 XDE60 and XD40
— Recall Campaign #19V100000
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2018 XDE60 and XD40, 2018-2019 XN40, and 2019 XE60 heavy duty urban transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an AS-3 tempered glass panel in the rooftop emergency escape hatch that may shatter in extreme cold temperatures.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 172 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
19V100000
| Manufacturer: | New Flyer of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 15, 2019 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 19V100000 |
| Units affected: | 172 |
- Description:
- New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2018 XDE60 and XD40, 2018-2019 XN40, and 2019 XE60 heavy duty urban transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with an AS-3 tempered glass panel in the rooftop emergency escape hatch that may shatter in extreme cold temperatures.
- Consequeces:
- If the roof hatch glass shatters, glass particles could fall down onto passengers, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- New Flyer has notified owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2019. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R19-002.
- 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.