Recall 25V631000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Description
New Flyer of America, Inc. (New Flyer) is recalling certain 2019 XE35, 2021-2025 XE35, XE40, and XE60 transit buses. The high voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when charging to near or full capacity.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Owners are also advised to avoid charging vehicles above 75% capacity. New Flyer will replace the batteries, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 35 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 3/16/2026. Phase 2 will include 100 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 6/15/2026. Phase 3 will include 120 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 9/16/2026. Phase 4 will include 120 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 12/14/2026. Phase 5 will include 120 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 3/15/2027. Phase 6 will include 80 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 6/14/2027. Phase 7 will include 80 buses. New Flyer will notify owners on or about 9/27/2027. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed November 12, 2025. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact New Flyer's customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2021 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2021 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2021 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| 2022 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2022 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2022 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| 2023 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2023 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2023 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| 2024 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2024 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2024 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.