Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
0 investigations; 0 open.
Manufacturer communications
4 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system
System
Count
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
3
POWER TRAIN
3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1
11025614
Date: 2025-11-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
Instructions to rework center drive axle encoder harnesses.
11020904
Date: 2025-07-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
Install ferrite core enclosures inside rooftop inverters to eliminate excessive CMC and subsequent center axle bearing failures.
11012979
Date: 2025-01-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Instructions to install new breather hoses, brackets and breather boxes on each side of the center axle.
Instruction to Service for updating the battery program on certain ELFA2 buses for Improved BMS response to overcharging and other functional safety mechanisms, more robust detection of failure modes through DTCs, improving Battery Data Recorder (BDR) capabilities, streamlined flashing processes, an
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