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NHTSARecalled May 28, 2013 · #13V221000

Engine May Start Unexpectedly

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

New Flyer Industries is recalling certain model year 2012 XD35 and XD40, model year 2013 XD60, XDE40 and XDE60 and model year 2012-2013 XN40 and XN60 transit buses. In the affected buses, the push-to-start button switch may have a weak return spring, allowing the engine to start unexpectedly. If the engine starts without warning, there is an increased risk for injury to persons working on or near the engine.

Product details

Product
Engine May Start Unexpectedly
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
New Flyer of America, Inc.
Model numbers
XD35, XD40, XD60, XDE40, XDE60, XN40, XN60
UPCs

What you should do

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the switches free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's recall number is R13-014.

View the official CPSC notice