2017 NEW FLYER XD60
4 recalls — 3 complaints — 24 TSBs
25V898000 Dec 19, 2025
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain XD35, XDE35, XE35, XN35, XD40, XDE40, XE40, XHE40, XN40, XT40, XD60, XDE60, XE60, XN60, XT60, and XHE60 transit buses. Please refer to New Flyer's recall report for specific model year information. The antilock braking (ABS) and electronic ... Read more
Consequence
An ABS or ESC warning light that fails to illuminate will not alert the driver to the loss of ABS or ESC, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
21V365000 May 18, 2021
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2017-2021 XD40, XD35, 2016-2021 XD60, 2017 XDE35, 2016-2020 XDE40, XDE60 vehicles. The sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer will inspect the rail threads, and replace the rail as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2021. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R21-008.
18V394000 Jun 12, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2014-2016 New Flyer XT60, 2014-2017 New Flyer XN60 and XD60, and 2015-2017 New Flyer XDE60 urban transit buses equipped with ZF Axles that have radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause... Read more
Consequence
Breakage of the guide pin can cause a reduction of braking ability and an increase in stopping distances, or a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install a bushing kit and reinstall the brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-010.
17V539000 Aug 30, 2017
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2016 MD30, 2016 MD35, 2017 XD35, XD60, XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XN35 and 2016-2017 XD40 and XN40 transit buses, equipped with certain Recaro Commercial Bus Driver Seats (models Ergo R, Ergo D, AM71, AM72 and AM80). The seat belt buckle may... Read more
Consequence
If the seat belt cannot be latched, the bus may be operated without the seat belt being used, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners and work with the supplier to replace the buckle housings, free of charge. The recall began September 15, 2017. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyers' number for this recall is R17-017.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
3 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
ENGINE
Feb 9, 2018
Incident date: Feb 8, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2017 NEW FLYER XD60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE RADIATOR DOOR PANEL DETACHED. AS A RESULT, THE DOOR PANEL STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD OF AN ONCOMING VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A ... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Feb 9, 2018
Incident date: Feb 8, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2017 NEW FLYER XD60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE RADIATOR DOOR PANEL DETACHED. AS A RESULT, THE DOOR PANEL STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD OF AN ONCOMING VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A ... Read more
Crash
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Feb 9, 2018
Incident date: Feb 8, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT DROVE A 2017 NEW FLYER XD60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE RADIATOR DOOR PANEL DETACHED. AS A RESULT, THE DOOR PANEL STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD OF AN ONCOMING VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A ... Read more
Crash
Technical Service Bulletins — 2017 NEW FLYER XD60
24 manufacturer communications from 17 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 107000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS | 1 |
ITS60288
Oct 8, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This Instruction to Service (ITS) decribes the inspection procedure required to inspect the upper bulkhead brakets for cracks, on the articulation joint of a sixty foot bus.
ITS59266
Sep 21, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Instruction describing how to mechanically fasten the Engergy Guide System (EGS) support brackets to the existing upper bulkhead structure at the articulation joint.
ITS58480
Nov 30, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Inspect and if Necessary, Replace A/C Hoses in the articulation Joint.
SMB-182
Sep 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Manual Bulletin Identifies a New Requirement for Bolt Replacement in the Artic Joint Support Frame Installed on your New Flyer Vehicle.
SMB-182
Sep 4, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
This Service Manual Bulletin Identifies a New Requirement for Bolt Replacement in the Artic Joint Support Frame Installed on your New Flyer Vehicle.
SMB180
Aug 17, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Service Manual Bulletin Provides Updated Preventive Maintenace Interval for the Crankcase Breather Tube Element on Buses Equipped with a Cummins Diesel ISL 07 or ISL 09 Engine.
ITS6830
May 31, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Install the Optional Wheelchair Ramp Manual Extension Tool. (This tool is not required to manually deploy or stow the wheelchair ramp).
ITS6825
May 29, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Remove & Replace A/C Hoses
ITS6768
Mar 30, 2018
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Remove and Replace HVAC Return Air Filter Hinge Mounting Hardware.
ITS6768
Mar 30, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Remove and Replace HVAC Return Air Filter Hinge Mounting Hardware.
ITS6768
Mar 30, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Remove and Replace HVAC Return Air Filter Hinge Mounting Hardware.
ITS6768
Mar 30, 2018
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Remove and Replace HVAC Return Air Filter Hinge Mounting Hardware.
ITS6768
Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Maintenance Instruction Decribes How to Remove and Replace HVAC Return Air Filter Hinge Mounting Hardware.
SMB178
Jan 5, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
SMB178
Jan 5, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
PMB049
Jan 5, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
SMB177
Dec 6, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new inspection and replacement requirements for the coolant hoses located above the SDS enclosure on specifically equipped buses.
SMB176
Nov 15, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new information on how to check for proper chain tension, as measured by the chain deflection, while performing the ramp mechanism initial adjustments. This bulletin only applies to vehicles with New Fl
SMB175
Oct 17, 2017
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
This Service Manual Bulletin Provides New Preventative MAintenance Inspection Requirements for the Fore and Aft Articulated Joint Electrical Panel Fuse Wiring.
PMB048
Aug 11, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Parts Manual bulletin provides information on the part numbers of the engine lift brackets
SMB173
Aug 11, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin provides PM inspection requirements for the K-menber on the fuel tank support structure
ITS6572
Jun 30, 2017
107000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
This Maintenance Instruction describes an inspection of ZF center axle hub/rotor bolt torque.
SMB170
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Manual Bulletin provides a correction for the information regarding the replacement of the DEF tank suction filter.
SMB170
Jun 28, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Service Manual Bulletin provides a correction for the information regarding the replacement of the DEF tank suction filter.
NEW FLYER XD60 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NEW FLYER XD60 across all model years (2013–2026).
44
Total Recalls
5
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
3
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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