Recall 21V-244: 2019–2021 New Flyer XE35, 2013–2021 New Flyer XE40 and 3 more

New Flyer of America, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 7, 2021, covering about 227 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-244
Report date
Apr 7, 2021
Vehicles affected
227
Owners notified
Apr 19, 2021

The problem

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2021 XE40, 2019-2021 XE35, 2018-2021 XE60, 2016-2019 XHE40, and 2015 XHE60 vehicles. Firmware errors in the inverters may cause the electric drive system to shutdown.

The risk

A sudden loss of power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will update firmware software, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R21-005.

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.
ComponentElectrical System › Propulsion System › Inverter
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V244000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer XE352019, 2020, 2021All years
New Flyer XE402013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021All years
New Flyer XE602018, 2019, 2020, 2021All years
New Flyer XHE402016, 2017, 2018, 2019All years
New Flyer XHE602015All 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 21V-244?

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2021 XE40, 2019-2021 XE35, 2018-2021 XE60, 2016-2019 XHE40, and 2015 XHE60 vehicles. Firmware errors in the inverters may cause the electric drive system to shutdown.

How is recall 21V-244 fixed?

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will update firmware software, free of charge. The recall began on April 19, 2021. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R21-005.

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.