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2020 New Flyer XE40 recalls (4)

4 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2020 New Flyer XE40. Every recall repair is free at any New Flyer dealer.

4recalls
0owner complaints
27+service bulletins
0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2020 New Flyer XE40. Check your XE40 by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2020 New Flyer XE40 recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

  • Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 26V644000

    Oct 5, 2026Exterior Lighting:Hazard Flashing Warning Lights
    Problem
    New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2027 buses. Please see the complete list of models above. The instrument panel indicator light may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights are on and the master run switch is in the 'Off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
    Risk
    Without the illuminated reminder, the driver may fail to turn off the exterior lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Fix
    New Flyer will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 20, 2026. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
    Full recall details for 26V644000 →

  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc) · NHTSA 25V898000

    Dec 19, 2025Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
    Problem
    New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain XD35, XDE35, XE35, XN35, XD40, XDE40, XE40, XHE40, XN40, XT40, XD60, XDE60, XE60, XN60, XT60, and XHE60 transit buses. Please refer to New Flyer's recall report for specific model year information. The antilock braking (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC) module may lose communication and fail without illuminating the warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems" and 136, "Electronic Stability Control Systems on Heavy Vehicles."
    Risk
    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.
    Fix
    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.
    Full recall details for 25V898000 →

  • Electrical System · NHTSA 25V566000

    Aug 29, 2025Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery:Management System/Energy Control Module (Bms/Becm):Software
    Problem
    New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013, 2017-2025 XE40, 2019-2025 XE60, XE35, 2023-2025 XHE40, and 2024-2025 XHE60 buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
    Risk
    A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
    Fix
    New Flyer will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary. New Flyer will also update the BMS software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
    Full recall details for 25V566000 →

  • Steering · NHTSA 22V943000

    Dec 20, 2022Steering:Column
    Problem
    New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2013-2022 XDE35, XDE40, XDE60, XE40, XN40, 2017-2022 XE60, 2014-2022 XT40 and XT60 transit buses equipped with a double tilt steering column. The steering column connection to the upper steering shaft may become loose.
    Risk
    A loose steering shaft can cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Fix
    Dealers will replace the steering column and shaft components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2023. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's number for this recall is R22-035.
    Full recall details for 22V943000 →

2020 New Flyer XE40 complaints and service bulletins

New Flyer has issued at least 27 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Service bulletins by component

  • Electrical System (17)
  • Equipment (12)
  • Structure (6)
  • Fuel/Propulsion System (4)
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages (2)
  • Engine and Engine Cooling (1)

Read New Flyer XE40 owner complaints and bulletins, every year

Check your XE40 by VIN

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