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NHTSARecalled Dec 20, 2022 · #22V943000

Upper Steering Shaft Connection May Loosen

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Upper Steering Shaft Connection May Loosen
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
New Flyer of America, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice