No complaints are listed for the 2011 NEW Flyer XN40. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as NEW FLYER XN40.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2016-01-26. Systems: SEATS.
Defect: New Flyer Industries, Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2015 New Flyer MD30, 2012 C35LFR, 2010-2011 D35LFR, NABI 35LFW, 2011 D40LFR, 2010-2012 D60LFR and NABI 31LFW, 2010 C40LF, DE35LF, D40LF, DE40LFA, DE60LFA, GE35LFR and GE40LF, 2009 DE60LF and GE40LFR, 2010-2013 C40LFR, DE60LFR, NABI 416 and NABI 60BRT, 2010-2015 XD35, XDE40, NABI 40LFW and 42BRT, 2011-2015 XD40 and XN40, 2013-20 (excerpt)
Consequence: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury. (excerpt)
Remedy: New Flyer will notify owners instructing them to inspect their seats for missing welds. Recaro will supply replacement anchorage brackets and cover the labor to replace them if any welds are missing, free of charge. The recall began on February 4, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706, or Recaro customer service at 1-800-873-2276. New Flyer's number for this rec (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2015-05-18. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 C35LFR, 2008-2013 C40LF, 2008-2013 C40LFR, 2009 L40LFR, 2009 C35LF, 2013-2014 XN35, 2011-2014 XN40, and 2012-2014 XN60 buses, equipped with certain Cummins Westport ISL G engines. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breat (excerpt)
Consequence: If the engine oil comes into contact with hot surfaces, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire. (excerpt)
Remedy: Cummins will notify owners on behalf of New Flyer, and Cummins service centers will administer the repairs which include securing the ends of the 90-degree elbow and reprogramming the electronic control module (ECM) with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 201 (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2014-03-04. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: New Flyer Industries Canada ULC (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2009 C35LF and L40LFR, model year 2009-2012 C35LFR, model year 2008-2013 C40LF and C40LFR, model year 2013 XN35, model year 2011-2013 XN40 and model year 2012-2013 XN60 transit buses equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G engines. In the affected vehicles, condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during (excerpt)
Consequence: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe. (excerpt)
Remedy: New Flyer will notify owners, and authorized Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2014. Customers may contact New Flyer at 1-204-934-4876 or Cummins Inc. at 1-800-343-7357. New Flyer's number associated with this recall is R14-006. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-10-25. Systems: PARKING BRAKE.
Defect: New Flyer is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 transit buses, models C40LF, C40LFR, D35LFR, D40LFR, D60LFR, XD35, XD40, XDE35, XDE40, and XN40. Air pressure may leak from the parking brake chambers causing the parking brakes to drag while the vehicle is driven.
Consequence: If the brakes drag, they may overheat, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy: New Flyer will notify the owners and the affected brake chambers will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on November 13, 2012. Owners may contact New Flyer at 1-204-224-6706 for more information.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-01-04. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: NEW FLYER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEARS 2009-2012 XDE40, MODEL YEARS 2010-2011 MODELS XD35 AND XDE35, MODEL YEAR 2010 XD40, AND MODEL YEAR 2011 XN40 TRANSIT BUSES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 2010, THROUGH DECEMBER 2011, AND EQUIPPED WITH A PARKER-HANNIFIN (VANSCO) INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE PROGRAMMING OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL IS SUCH THAT IF MULTIPLE ERROR MESSAGES ARE RECEIVED BY THE INSTRUMENT PANE (excerpt)
Consequence: ENGINE SHUTDOWN WOULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE PROPULSION OR VEHICLE STALL, EITHER OF WHICH INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH. (excerpt)
Remedy: NEW FLYER WILL REPROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 9, 2012. NEW FLYER WILL UPLOAD A CORRECTED SOFTWARE VERSION FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NEW FLYER AT 1-204-934-4876. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
18 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 7 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
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| ENGINE | 2 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER | 1 |
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| STRUCTURE | 1 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
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| VISIBILITY | 1 |
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11032922
Date: 2026-05-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Instructions for replacing a CNG decal to comply with New York State regulations
10175959
Date: 2020-05-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, EQUIPMENT.
Service Manual Bulletin - Changes to Cummins ISLG and L9N engine oil specifications and oil change intervals.
10174502
Date: 2020-04-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Technical Service Information Bulletin describing changes to the Cummins ISLG, L9N, ISB6.7G and B6.7N engine oil specifications.
10152077
Date: 2018-11-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
This Technical Service Information Bulletin Decsribes How to Inspect and Reroute as Required the Cummins L9N Engine Crankcase Ventilation Hose.
10128679
Date: 2018-01-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This Parts Manual Bulletin provides new part number information for the moveable arm kit for the Kongsberg brake and accelerator assembly on specifically equipped vehicles.
10128680
Date: 2018-01-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new OEM (Kongsberg) PM inspection requirements and new installation procedure for the adjustable floor pedal moveable arm on specifically equipped vehicles.
10127059
Date: 2017-12-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new inspection and replacement requirements for the coolant hoses located above the SDS enclosure on specifically equipped buses.
10124959
Date: 2017-11-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
This Service Manual Bulletin provides new information on how to check for proper chain tension, as measured by the chain deflection, while performing the ramp mechanism initial adjustments. This bulletin only applies to vehicles with New Flyer designed ramps.
10117563
Date: 2017-08-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
This Parts Manual bulletin provides information on the part numbers of the engine lift brackets
10117565
Date: 2017-08-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
This bulletin provides PM inspection requirements for the K-menber on the fuel tank support structure