2015 NEW FLYER XT40
3 recalls — 3 complaints — 28 TSBs
22V943000 Dec 20, 2022
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect Description
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.
16V223000 Apr 19, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
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 t... Read more
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.
15V333000 Jun 1, 2015
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Defect Description
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 whic... Read more
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.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
3 fires 3 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 10, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
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 KNOWLEDGE... Read more
Fire
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
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 KNOWLEDGE... Read more
Fire
1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 10, 2016
Incident date: Jun 6, 2016
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 KNOWLEDGE... Read more
Fire
1 injured
Technical Service Bulletins — 2015 NEW FLYER XT40
28 manufacturer communications from 21 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 3 |
| 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
ITS58950
Jun 30, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
Technical Instruction describing how to remove and replace the front suspension air springs,
SMB188
Sep 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manual Bulletin provides revised information for the Preventive Maintenance on specifically equipped vehicles with the Powerex belt driven air compressor.
SMB188
Sep 20, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Manual Bulletin provides revised information for the Preventive Maintenance on specifically equipped vehicles with the Powerex belt driven air compressor.
SMB188
Sep 20, 2019
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Service Manual Bulletin provides revised information for the Preventive Maintenance on specifically equipped vehicles with the Powerex belt driven air compressor.
SMB186
Sep 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manual Bulletin providing revised, corrected or additional information for the Preventive Maintenance on buses specifically equipped with a Powerex direct drive air compressor.
SMB186
Sep 20, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Manual Bulletin providing revised, corrected or additional information for the Preventive Maintenance on buses specifically equipped with a Powerex direct drive air compressor.
SMB187
Sep 13, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Manual Bulletin which stresses the need for safety when performing maintenance on the high voltage systems on your New Flyer vehicle.
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.
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
SMB173
Aug 11, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin provides PM inspection requirements for the K-menber on the fuel tank support structure
ITS6329
Mar 31, 2017
042100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR
Technical Instruction to replace air compressor mounting bracket.
ITS6329
Mar 31, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Instruction to replace air compressor mounting bracket.
ITS6495
Feb 28, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO INSTALL SPACER FOR ENTRANCE DOOR LOWER SHAFT PIVOT MOUNTING BRACKET.
ITS6420
Nov 30, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION FOR AMEREX DISPLAY MODULE AND FIRMWARE VALIDATION
ITS6420
Nov 30, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION FOR AMEREX DISPLAY MODULE AND FIRMWARE VALIDATION
ITS6353
Oct 31, 2016
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REPLACE REAR AXLE FLUID AND FLUID SPECIFICATION TAG.
ITS6318
Aug 31, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REPLACE RUSTED WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINT FLOOR PLATE HARDWARE.
ITS6333
Aug 31, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO REVISE LIFT-U WHEELCHAIR RAMP HARDWARE TORQUE VALUES.
ITS6293
Jul 31, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO APPLY SPECIFIC TORQUE TO ALL MOUNTING BOLTS FOR ROOFTOP COMPONENTS.
ITS6293
Jul 31, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO APPLY SPECIFIC TORQUE TO ALL MOUNTING BOLTS FOR ROOFTOP COMPONENTS.
ITS6272
Jun 30, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION - ADDITION OF A BRIDGE RECTIFIER TO RAMP POWER SUPPLY - SPECIFICALLY EQUIPPED VEHILCES
ITS613
Apr 30, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET FOR TRANSMISSION MODE SELECTOR HARNESS ON SPECIFICALLY EQUIPPED VEHICLES
ITS-6213
Apr 30, 2016
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET FOR TRANSMISSION MODE SELECTOR HARNESS ON SPECIFICALLY EQUIPPED VEHICLES
1604 NHTSA
Apr 6, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Sec. 579.5 - Notices, bulletins, custoimer satisf ac tion campaigns, consumer advisories, and other communications.
ITS6215
Mar 31, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL INSTRUCTION TO CLEAN TRACTION MOTOR GROUND CONNECTION.
ITS5909
Jun 25, 2015
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
NEW FLYER: 2010 EPA OR NEWER ENGINES AND MINI-HYBRID COOLING SYSTEM BUSES WITH ISOLATED PIPE CLAMPS MAY EXPERIENCE RADIATOR CORROSION. *TA
NEW FLYER XT40 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NEW FLYER XT40 across all model years (2014–2022).
15
Total Recalls
3
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
3
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths