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2010-2012 New Flyer XDE35 and New Flyer XDE40 recall: traction battery

New Flyer Industries Ltd reported this safety recall on March 26, 2012. It covers about 89 vehicles.

vehicles affected
89
reported
Mar 26, 2012
owners notified
Apr 5, 2012

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong
New flyer is recalling certain model year 2011 xde35 and model year 2010-2012 xde40 heavy duty transit buses. Over time particulate debris can accumulate in the lithium-ion energy storage system (ess), and in conjunction with moisture, can breach the electrical isolation of the high voltage battery pack. A conductive path can be created if the electrical isolation is breached at both ends of the battery.
Risk
If this condition occurs, unintentional discharge of the battery’s stored energy can result, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
New flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install an electrical contactor and modify the li-ion ess, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 5, 2012. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑224‑6706.

Recall number 12V132000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V132000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2012 New Flyer XDE35 and New Flyer XDE40 traction battery?

Yes. Recall 12V132000, reported on March 26, 2012, covers about 89 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V132000?

New flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install an electrical contactor and modify the li-ion ess, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 5, 2012. Owners may contact new flyer at 1‑204‑224‑6706.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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