Recall 17V-539: 2015–2016 New Flyer MD30, 2016 New Flyer MD35 and 8 more
New Flyer Industries Ltd. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Aug 30, 2017, covering about 214 vehicles.
The problem
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 be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt tongue from being able to be inserted and locked.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | New Flyer Industries Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Component | Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly Seat Belts |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 17V539000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| New Flyer MD30 | 2015, 2016 | All years |
| New Flyer MD35 | 2016 | All years |
| New Flyer XD35 | 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XD40 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XD60 | 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XDE35 | 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XDE60 | 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XN35 | 2017 | All years |
| New Flyer XN40 | 2016, 2017 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V-539?
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 be stuck in the locked position, preventing the seat belt tongue from being able to be inserted and locked.
How is recall 17V-539 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.