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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2015-2017 New Flyer XD40 and XN60, 2015 XD60 and XDE40 and 2013-2017 XN40 vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Technologies, Inc. (KTI) KDS-25 fire extinguishers as part of the optional fire suppression system. The actuator of the extinguisher may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent in the event of a fire.
- Risk
- If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- Remedy
- New Flyer has notified owners, and KTI will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 29, 2018. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R18-020.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain New Flyer buses equipped with the optional fire suppression system may have a Kidde KDS-25 fire extinguisher whose actuator may not function properly. If the actuator fails, the extinguisher may not discharge its fire suppression agent when a fire occurs.
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, the risk of injury in the event of a fire is increased. Owners should be aware of this risk and contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706 for more information. New Flyer's recall number for this issue is R18-020.
The remedy is free of charge: Kidde Technologies will inspect the fire suppression systems and replace the electrical piston actuators where necessary. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your bus is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| New Flyer XD40 | 201520162017 |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XD60 | 2015 |
| New Flyer XDE40 | 2015 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 20132014201520162017 |
| New Flyer XN60 | 201520162017 |