Recall 18V-827: 2015–2017 New Flyer XD40, 2015 New Flyer XD60 and 3 more

New Flyer of America Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 22, 2018, covering about 463 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-827
Report date
Nov 22, 2018
Vehicles affected
463
Owners notified
Nov 29, 2018

The problem

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 New Flyer XD40 and XN60, 2015 XD60 and XDE40 and 2013-2017 XN40 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.

The risk

If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

The fix

New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.

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

ManufacturerNew Flyer of America Inc.
ComponentEquipment
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V827000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer XD402015, 2016, 2017All years
New Flyer XD602015All years
New Flyer XDE402015All years
New Flyer XN402013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017All years
New Flyer XN602015, 2016, 2017All 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 18V-827?

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 New Flyer XD40 and XN60, 2015 XD60 and XDE40 and 2013-2017 XN40 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.

How is recall 18V-827 fixed?

New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.

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.