Recall
New Flyer Xd35 — 13V221000
NHTSA ID
13V221000
Make
New Flyer
Model
Xd35
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2013-05-28
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Units Affected
188
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
R13-014
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.