The worst 2020 New Flyer XE35 problems
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Recalls 4
Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights
- What is wrong
- New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2027 buses. Please see the complete list of models above. The instrument panel indicator light may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights are on and the master run switch is in the 'Off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Without the illuminated reminder, the driver may fail to turn off the exterior lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1‑800‑241‑2947.
Recall number 26V644000 · Recall details
Electronic stability control (ESC)
- What is wrong
- New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain XD35, XDE35, XE35, XN35, XD40, XDE40, XE40, XHE40, XN40, XT40, XD60, XDE60, XE60, XN60, XT60, and XHE60 transit buses. Please refer to New Flyer's recall report for specific model year information. The antilock braking (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) module may lose communication and fail without illuminating the warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems" and 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
- Risk
- An ABS or ESC warning light that fails to illuminate will not alert the driver to the loss of ABS or ESC, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1‑800‑241‑2947.
Recall number 25V898000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery: management system/energy control module (bms/becm): software
- What is wrong
- New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013, 2017-2025 XE40, 2019-2025 XE60, XE35, 2023-2025 XHE40, and 2024-2025 XHE60 buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
- Risk
- A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- New Flyer will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary. New Flyer will also update the BMS software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1‑800‑241‑2947.
Recall number 25V566000 · Recall details
Electrical system: propulsion system: inverter
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 21V244000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 New Flyer XE35 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- A consumer notification indicating one of New Flyer's battery suppliers is exiting the market.
- This Bulletin is being issued due to New Flyer & MCI have received reports that customers are re-torquing...
- This Technical Service Information Bulletin has been issued to remind customers that fill pressure must...
- ITS was issued to correct the orientation of HV contactors
- New Flyer has issued Technical Service Information Bulletin (TSIB) 22-08, providing for the application of...
- Technical Instruction describing how to retrofit new shock absorber dust covers, height sensor and harness...
- Service Manual Bulletin
- Service Manual Bulletin provides revised information for the Preventive Maintenance on specifically...
- Service Manual Bulletin providing revised, corrected or additional information for the Preventive...
- Service Manual Bulletin which stresses the need for safety when performing maintenance on the high voltage...
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How many recalls does the 2020 New Flyer XE35 have?
4 recalls, covering exterior lighting, electronic stability control (esc) and electrical system.
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