NHTSARecalled Feb 15, 2023 · #23V083000
Liquid in Battery Packs May Cause Fire
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2022 XE35, 2021-2023 XE40, and 2021-2022 XE60 electric buses. One or more battery packs may accumulate liquid in the battery pack enclosure. The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure may lead to an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Product details
- Product
- Liquid in Battery Packs May Cause Fire
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- New Flyer of America, Inc.
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What you should do
If liquid accumulation is found, the bus should not be operated, and should be parked outside and away from structures until repaired. Dealers will add four holes and automatic activating drain valves to each battery pack enclosure, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-002.