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New Flyer XHE40 recalls

There are 6 safety recalls on record for the New Flyer XHE40, covering 10,296 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

New Flyer XHE40 recalls by model year

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Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lightsReported October 5, 2026 · 693 vehicles affected
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

Electrical system: propulsion system: inverterReported March 13, 2026 · 1,196 vehicles affected
What is wrong
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2021-2026 XE40, 2023-2025 XE60, 2023-2026 XHE40, and 2024-2026 XHE60 transit buses equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2. An inverter software error may cause unintended acceleration or deceleration in certain conditions.
Risk
Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will update the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1‑800‑241‑2947.

Recall number 26V151000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: antilockReported December 19, 2025 · 6,673 vehicles affected
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): softwareReported August 29, 2025 · 1,170 vehicles affected
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: traction battery: thermal management: fluid/coolantReported January 31, 2024 · 337 vehicles affected
What is wrong
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XE35, XE40, 2021-2024 XE60, and 2023-2024 XHE40 vehicles. One or more drain valves may not activate as intended, which could allow battery packs to accumulate liquid in the battery pack enclosure.
Risk
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure may lead to an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer will remove the rubber washer from the affected drain valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 14, 2024. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1‑204‑224‑6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R24-02. This recall is in addition to the federal safety agency recall number 23V‑083. Certain vehicles are affected by both recalls and will need to have both remedies performed.

Recall number 24V056000 · Recall details

Electrical system: propulsion system: inverterReported April 7, 2021 · 227 vehicles affected
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

Questions about the New Flyer XHE40 recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the New Flyer XHE40 have?

6, covering exterior lighting, electrical system and service brakes, air.

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