CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Problem
- New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2019-2024 XD35, XD40, XN35, and XN40 transit buses. The transmission yoke may separate, resulting in driveshaft separation and a sudden loss of drive power.
- Risk
- A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- New Flyer will work with the equipment manufacturer, Allison Transmission Inc., to inspect, and if necessary, tighten loose transmission yoke bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947. New Flyer's number for this recall is R23-20.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain transit buses may have a transmission yoke that can separate, which can cause the driveshaft to come apart and the bus to suddenly lose drive power.
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Owners of affected buses should take this recall seriously and arrange for the inspection as soon as possible.
The repair is free. New Flyer will work with Allison Transmission to inspect the transmission yoke and, if needed, tighten the loose yoke bolts. Owners can contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947, and should also check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| New Flyer XD35 | 201920202021202220232024 |
|---|---|
| New Flyer XD40 | 201920202021202220232024 |
| New Flyer XN35 | 201920202021202220232024 |
| New Flyer XN40 | 201920202021202220232024 |