NEW FLYER XD60 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V221000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NEW FLYER | XD60 | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-06-19 | 2013-05-28 | 2013-05-28 |
Manufacturers Involved: New Flyer of America, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: R13-014
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 188
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
If the engine starts without warning, there is an increased risk for injury to persons working on or near the engine.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
