Recall 13V221000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

Report Date
20130528
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

New Flyer Industries is recalling certain model year 2012 XD35 and XD40, model year 2013 XD60, XDE40 and XDE60 and model year 2012-2013 XN40 and XN60 transit buses. In the affected buses, the push-to-start button switch may have a weak return spring, allowing the engine to start unexpectedly.

Safety Consequence

If the engine starts without warning, there is an increased risk for injury to persons working on or near the engine.

Remedy

New Flyer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the switches free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2013. Owners may contact New Flyer customer service at 1-204-224-6706. New Flyer's recall number is R13-014.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2012 NEW FLYER XD35
2012 NEW FLYER XD40
2012 NEW FLYER XN40
2012 NEW FLYER XN60
2013 NEW FLYER XD60
2013 NEW FLYER XDE40
2013 NEW FLYER XDE60
2013 NEW FLYER XN40
2013 NEW FLYER XN60

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.