TSB: NEW FLYER XCELSIOR (2008–2019)

Bulletin SMB179 — April 17, 2019

Bulletin Details

Bulletin IDSMB179
ManufacturerNEW FLYER
ModelsXCELSIOR
Model Years2008–2019
Date IssuedApril 17, 2019
Date Added to NHTSAMay 1, 2019
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Vehicles Affected36 combinations

What is a TSB?

A Technical Service Bulletin is a document issued by the vehicle manufacturer to inform dealership technicians about a known issue and the recommended repair procedure. TSBs are not mandatory recalls — they serve as repair guidance for common problems.

If your vehicle has this issue, bring this bulletin ID to your dealer. If under warranty, the repair should be covered at no cost.

Summary

Service Manual Bulletin - revised troubleshooting charts for MGM E-Stroke brake monitoring system

Affected Vehicles

MakeModelYearComponent
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2019 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2019 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2019 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2018 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2018 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2018 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2017 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2017 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2017 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2016 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2016 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2016 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2015 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2015 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2015 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2014 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2014 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2014 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2013 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2013 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2013 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2012 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2012 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2012 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2011 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2011 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2011 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2010 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2010 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2010 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2009 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2009 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2009 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2008 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2008 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NEW FLYER XCELSIOR 2008 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Related NEW FLYER Recalls

CampaignModelYearComponentSummary
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XHE60 2026 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:I... New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2...
XHE60 2025 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:I... New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2...

What Should You Do?

If your vehicle is affected by this TSB, contact your authorized NEW FLYER dealer. Bring this bulletin ID (SMB179) when you visit. If under warranty, the repair should be free. If your warranty has expired, ask about goodwill coverage — manufacturers sometimes cover TSB-related repairs beyond the warranty period.

Frequently Asked Questions

A recall is a mandatory safety fix — the manufacturer must repair every affected vehicle for free. A TSB is an advisory document that describes a known issue and the recommended fix, but repairs are not required. However, some TSBs eventually lead to recalls if the issue poses a safety risk. TSBs are generally issued for quality or performance problems, while recalls address safety defects.

If your vehicle is still under the manufacturer's warranty, TSB-related repairs are typically covered at no cost. If your warranty has expired, you can ask the dealer about goodwill or customer assistance programs. Many manufacturers will cover or partially cover repairs for well-known issues, especially if the TSB was issued recently or affects a large number of vehicles.

Check the make, model, and model year listed above against your vehicle. If they match, this bulletin likely applies. However, TSBs may only affect vehicles with specific production dates, VIN ranges, or configurations. Your dealer can confirm by entering your VIN into their service system, which will show all applicable TSBs and recalls.

This data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Manufacturers are required to submit copies of all communications (including TSBs) sent to their dealers to NHTSA. The agency makes this data publicly available as part of its vehicle safety monitoring program.