- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- If the engine starts without warning, there is an increased risk for injury to persons working on or near the engine.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| New Flyer XD35 | 2012 |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XD40 | 2012 |
| New Flyer XD60 | 2013 |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2013 |
| New Flyer XDE60 | 2013 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 20122013 |
| New Flyer XN60 | 20122013 |