The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23V243000·Announced 2023-04-05

New Flyer Recalls 2023 XD60 and XDE60 Buses for ABS Failure

New Flyer is recalling 2023 XD60 and XDE60 buses because the anti-lock brake system may lose power during hard braking, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

New Flyer of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2023 XD60 and XDE60 60-foot articulated transit buses. The recall addresses a defect in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, which may lose power during hard braking, causing the ABS system to fail.

An ABS system that fails increases the risk of a crash. The corrective action involves updating the ABS software and correcting the wiring, which will be performed free of charge.

All affected vehicles have already been repaired, so no owner letters will be sent. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
NEW FLYER XD60, XDE60
Brand
NEW FLYER
Manufacturer
New Flyer of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
30

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • XD60
  • XDE60

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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