NEW FLYER 2013 NEW FLYER XN40 Recall
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 NEW FLYER XN40
Brand
NEW FLYER
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
New Flyer Industries Ltd. is recalling certain 2013 NEW FLYER XN40 vehicles due to electrical system:software issues. If the rear bus door opens unexpectedly while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
New Flyer Industries Ltd. (New Flyer) is recalling certain model year 2013 C40LFR, XN35, 2014-2016 XD35, XD60, XDE40, 2015-2016 XD40, XDE60, 2014 XDE35, 2013-2015 XE40, 2013-2016 XN40, XN60, and 2014-2015 XT40, and XT60 transit buses. These buses have an Electric Transit Operator (ETO) controller that controls the bus door motor function which may have a software defect which can cause failure of the rear door guide roller linkage resulting in a bus' rear door opening unexpectedly while the bus is in motion.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the rear bus door opens unexpectedly while the bus is in motion, there is an increased risk of injury for the passengers.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will install a firmware upgrade, and replace the roller bracket plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 4, 2016. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R16-005.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026