Recall 23V-897: 2021–2023 New Flyer XE35, 2021–2023 New Flyer XE40 and 1 more

New Flyer of America, Inc. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Dec 22, 2023, covering about 246 vehicles.

NHTSA number
23V-897
Report date
Dec 22, 2023
Vehicles affected
246
Owners notified
Feb 13, 2024

The problem

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35, XE40 and 2023 XE60 battery electric transit buses. Due to a software error, unintended acceleration may occur during certain conditions.

The risk

Unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

New Flyer will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-023.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerNew Flyer of America, Inc.
ComponentVehicle Speed Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V897000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
New Flyer XE352021, 2022, 2023All years
New Flyer XE402021, 2022, 2023All years
New Flyer XE602023All 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 23V-897?

New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35, XE40 and 2023 XE60 battery electric transit buses. Due to a software error, unintended acceleration may occur during certain conditions.

How is recall 23V-897 fixed?

New Flyer will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-023.

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.