New Flyer of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35
— Recall Campaign #23V897000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 246 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V897000
| Manufacturer: | New Flyer of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 22, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V897000 |
| Units affected: | 246 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- Unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.