The worst 2018 New Flyer XT40 problems
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Recalls 2
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
Steering: column
- What is wrong
- New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.
- Risk
- A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1‑204‑224‑6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.
Recall number 22V943000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 New Flyer XT40 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Instructions to replace current k-member with an upgraded casting design.
- Technical Service Instruction Describing How to Replace Side or Top Mount Windshield Washer Pump Assembly.
- 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...
- This Maintenance Instruction Describes How to Remove and Install Streetside and Curbside Windshield Wiper...
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Questions about the 2018 New Flyer XT40
Is the 2018 New Flyer XT40 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 New Flyer XT40.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 New Flyer XT40?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2018 New Flyer XT40 have?
2 recalls, covering electronic stability control (esc) and steering.
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