Report Date
Aug 29, 2025
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Affected Vehicles
29
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2017 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2018 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2019 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2019 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2019 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| XE35 | ||
| XE40 | XE60 | |
| 2021 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| XE60 | ||
| XE35 | ||
| XE40 | ||
| XE60 | ||
| XE35 | NEW FLYERXE35 | |
| XE40 | ||
| NEW FLYER | XE60 | |
| 2024 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| 2024 | NEW FLYER | XHE40 |
| 2024 | NEW FLYER | XHE60 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XE35 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XE40 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XE60 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XHE40 |
| 2025 | NEW FLYER | XHE60 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.