Recall
New Flyer Xe40 — 23V711000
NHTSA ID
23V711000
Make
New Flyer
Model
Xe40
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2023-10-20
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Units Affected
188
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2021-2023 XD35, 2022-2023 XD40, XD60, XN35, XN60, 2022 XDE35, and 2021-2022 XE40 transit buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) listed on the certification labels are incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 120, "Wheels and Rims - Other than Passenger Cars."
Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
New Flyer will provide and/or install new labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947.