New Flyer XE40 recalls
10 NHTSA safety recalls cover the New Flyer XE40, across model years 2013–2026. 1 carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. Every recall repair is free at any New Flyer dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your XE40 by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls by model year
Of the New Flyer XE40 model years, the 2013 has the most recalls (8).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each New Flyer XE40 model year on this page. Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 3 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 2 |
New Flyer XE40 recalls by model year
Most common New Flyer XE40 problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest New Flyer XE40 recalls
- NEW FLYER XE35 (2025) recall — Exterior Lighting
- NEW FLYER XE35 (2025) recall — Electrical System
New Flyer recalls certain 2021-2026 transit buses with Accelera ELFA 3 control systems V1/V2 due to potential unintended acceleration or deceleration. Owners receive free software updates to fix the issue.
- NEW FLYER XD60 (2017) recall — Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
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.
- NEW FLYER XE35 (2025) recall — Electrical System
New Flyer recalls certain 2019-2025 XE35 and XE40/XE60 buses due to fire risk from high voltage battery short circuits when charging near full capacity. Owners must park away from structures until repair.
- NEW FLYER XE35 (2025) recall — Electrical System
New Flyer recalls certain 2025 XE35 buses due to battery overheating that could cause fire. Owners will get free battery module replacements and BMS software updates.
Recall timeline
When the New Flyer XE40 recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
New Flyer XE40 problems & complaints
Owners have filed 0 complaints with NHTSA about the New Flyer XE40. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 0
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 43+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 0 / 0
- Defect investigations
- 0
See New Flyer XE40 complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →
What to do if your New Flyer XE40 is recalled
- Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
- Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
- Call a New Flyer dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
- Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
- Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask New Flyer about reimbursement.
Every New Flyer XE40 recall, by model year
2026 New Flyer XE40 — 2 recalls
2025 New Flyer XE40 — 5 recalls
2024 New Flyer XE40 — 5 recalls
2023 New Flyer XE40 — 5 recalls
2022 New Flyer XE40 — 6 recalls
2021 New Flyer XE40 — 6 recalls
2020 New Flyer XE40 — 4 recalls
2019 New Flyer XE40 — 4 recalls
2018 New Flyer XE40 — 4 recalls
2017 New Flyer XE40 — 4 recalls
2016 New Flyer XE40 — 3 recalls
2015 New Flyer XE40 — 3 recalls
2014 New Flyer XE40 — 3 recalls
2013 New Flyer XE40 — 8 recalls
- NEW FLYER XE35 (2025) recall — Exterior Lighting
- NEW FLYER XD60 (2017) recall — Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
- NEW FLYER XE35 (2025) recall — Electrical System
- NEW FLYER XT40 (2015) recall — Steering
- NEW FLYER XT40 (2015) recall — Electrical System
- NEW FLYER XD60 (2013) recall — Seats
- NEW FLYER XT40 (2015) recall — Structure
- NEW FLYER XD60 (2013) recall — Service Brakes, Air
New Flyer XE40 recall questions
How many recalls does the New Flyer XE40 have?
We have 10 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the New Flyer XE40, covering model years 2013–2026. The most recent was issued Oct 5, 2026 (Exterior Lighting).
Which New Flyer XE40 model year has the most recalls?
The 2013 New Flyer XE40 has the most, with 8 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
What are the most common New Flyer XE40 recall problems?
By system: Electrical System (4), Exterior Lighting (1), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (1), Steering (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled New Flyer XE40?
1 of these recalls carry an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning. If your vehicle is covered by one, follow it until the repair is done and ask the dealer about a tow or loaner. Most other recalls let you keep driving, but book the repair promptly.
How do I check if my New Flyer XE40 has an open recall?
Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any New Flyer dealer can also look it up.
Are New Flyer XE40 recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires New Flyer to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized New Flyer dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.