New Flyer XT60 recalls
5 NHTSA safety recalls cover the New Flyer XT60, across model years 2014–2022. Every recall repair is free at any New Flyer dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your XT60 by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls by model year
Of the New Flyer XT60 model years, the 2014 has the most recalls (4).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each New Flyer XT60 model year on this page. Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
New Flyer XT60 recalls by model year
Most common New Flyer XT60 problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest New Flyer XT60 recalls
- 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 XT40 (2015) recall — Steering
New Flyer recalls 2015 XT40 transit buses with loose steering shafts that could cause loss of steering and crash risk. Owners must contact customer service for free replacement.
- NEW FLYER XD60 (2017) recall — Service Brakes, Air
New Flyer recalls 2017 XD60 buses with potential brake failure due to guide pin breakage. Owners must contact for free brake repair by June 29, 2018.
- NEW FLYER XT40 (2015) recall — Electrical System
New Flyer recalls certain transit buses, including the 2015 XT40. A software defect may cause the rear door to open unexpectedly while driving.
- NEW FLYER XT40 (2015) recall — Structure
New Flyer recalls certain transit buses including the 2015 XT40 due to a software defect that may cause rear doors to open while accelerating.
Recall timeline
When the New Flyer XT60 recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
New Flyer XT60 problems & complaints
Owners have filed 0 complaints with NHTSA about the New Flyer XT60. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 0
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 28+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 0 / 0
- Defect investigations
- 0
See New Flyer XT60 complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →
What to do if your New Flyer XT60 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 XT60 recall, by model year
2018 New Flyer XT60 — 2 recalls
2017 New Flyer XT60 — 2 recalls
2016 New Flyer XT60 — 2 recalls
2015 New Flyer XT60 — 3 recalls
New Flyer XT60 recall questions
How many recalls does the New Flyer XT60 have?
We have 5 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the New Flyer XT60, covering model years 2014–2022. The most recent was issued Dec 19, 2025 (Electronic Stability Control (Esc)).
Which New Flyer XT60 model year has the most recalls?
The 2014 New Flyer XT60 has the most, with 4 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 XT60 recall problems?
By system: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (1), Steering (1), Service Brakes, Air (1), Electrical System (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled New Flyer XT60?
None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.
How do I check if my New Flyer XT60 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 XT60 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.