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New Flyer XE35 Recall 26V151: Software Error Can Cause Unintended Bus Acceleration or Braking

NHTSA campaign 26V151, reported March 13, 2026, 1,196 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain New Flyer transit buses have an inverter software error that may cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate unexpectedly under certain conditions. The problem affects buses equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2.

Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk, especially since the problem can occur without warning.

New Flyer will update the inverter software at no cost to owners. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, and contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947 for help scheduling the free repair at an authorized dealer.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 26V151New Flyer of America, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:INVERTER
Problem
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XE35, 2021-2026 XE40, 2023-2025 XE60, 2023-2026 XHE40, and 2024-2026 XHE60 transit buses equipped with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1 and V2. An inverter software error may cause unintended acceleration or deceleration in certain conditions.
Risk
Unintended acceleration or deceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will update the inverter software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 30, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

Affected vehicles

New Flyer XE3520212022202320242025
New Flyer XE40202120222023202420252026
New Flyer XE60202320242025
New Flyer XHE402023202420252026
New Flyer XHE60202420252026