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2013-2017 New Flyer XD40, New Flyer XD60 and others recall: equipment

New Flyer Of America Inc. reported this safety recall on November 22, 2018. It covers about 463 vehicles.

vehicles affected
463
reported
Nov 22, 2018
owners notified
Nov 29, 2018

Equipment

What is wrong
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 New Flyer XD40 and XN60, 2015 XD60 and XDE40 and 2013-2017 XN40 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.
Risk
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1‑204‑224‑6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.

Recall number 18V827000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V827000

Is there a recall on the 2013-2017 New Flyer XD40, New Flyer XD60 and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 18V827000, reported on November 22, 2018, covers about 463 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V827000?

New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1‑204‑224‑6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.

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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