New Flyer recalls 2017 XD60 buses with ABS/ESC warning lights that may fail to illuminate, increasing crash risk. Owners must update software free of charge by contacting customer service.
An ABS or ESC warning light that fails to illuminate will not alert the driver to the loss of ABS or ESC, increasing the risk of a crash.
New Flyer is recalling 2017 model XD60 buses because their ABS or ESC warning lights might not light up if there's a problem, which could lead to crashes. This is a safety issue that requires software updates to fix. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1226244-new-flyer-xd60-2017-recall-abs-esc-warning-light-failure.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1226244-new-flyer-xd60-2017-recall-abs-esc-warning-light-failure · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V898000
“New Flyer XD60 (2017) Recall: ABS/ESC Warning Light Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1226244-new-flyer-xd60-2017-recall-abs-esc-warning-light-failure. Based on NHTSA recall 25V898000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V898000).
The ABS and ESC warning lights might not turn on when there's a problem with the braking or stability systems. This means drivers won't know if the vehicle is losing these safety features, which could cause a crash.
Owners of New Flyer XD60 buses from 2017 model year are affected. Drivers and passengers on these buses face the highest risk due to potential loss of critical braking and stability systems.
Check if your bus is a New Flyer XD60 model from 2017. The recall covers specific model years listed in New Flyer's report. Owners received notification letters by February 17, 2026.
Contact New Flyer customer service at 1-800-241-2947 to receive a free software update for the ABS and ESC module.
New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
The ABS and ESC warning lights may fail to illuminate if there's a problem, which means drivers won't know if the vehicle is losing critical braking or stability systems.
Your bus is affected if it's a New Flyer XD60 model from 2017. Check the specific model years listed in New Flyer's recall report.
The recall notice does not specify a deadline for the software update; owners can contact customer service to get the update at any time.
We’ve drafted a message you can send New Flyer to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V898000 — New Flyer New Flyer Hello, I own a New Flyer that is covered by recall 25V898000 from New Flyer. The official recall notice states: New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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